Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Bath is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. This role involves fostering a positive work environment, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to team development. Join a dynamic team where your leadership can shine and contribute to the restaurant's success.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately), Bath

Client: wagamama

Location: Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and developing your team, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.

What You Will Do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and appreciated, promoting success and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions as needed.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering inclusivity and respect.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

What’s In It for You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team).
• Free food on shift, 50% off outside work, and other employee benefits.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and national recognition programs.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.