Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Bristol. You will lead a kitchen team, ensuring high food safety standards and excellent guest experiences. This role offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Free shift food from our menu

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Pension schemes

Holiday allowance

Training

Cycle-to-work schemes

Retail and leisure discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, safety, and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bristol, 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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing from bowl to 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 continuous coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure exceptional results.

What You Bring |

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling coaching within the management team.
• Dedication to providing an excellent guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, participate in recruitment, and foster personal and professional growth within your team.
• A proactive problem solver capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, safety, and hygiene.
• Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance metrics like GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and quick decision-making.

Wagamama’s Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift food from our menu, with 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Provided chef whites each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday allowance, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; they vary by restaurant and are voluntary, guest-discretionary, and not guaranteed as wages.