Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef at wagamama in Cardiff. You'll inspire your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure exceptional dining experiences. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a variety of benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Opportunity to experience new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guests

National recognition programme as a wok star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

Client: wagamama

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 us in our mission to nourish 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 deliver exceptional results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to have considerate and caring conversations.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards, and understanding of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• A commitment to fostering a coaching culture and supporting personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills, ability to think quickly and make decisions.

What We Offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go entirely to our teams)
• Free food on shift, 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guests
• National recognition programme as a wok star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.