Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant brand is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Chelmsford. The role involves inspiring leadership, coaching a kitchen team, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. Join a dynamic team that values individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Pension schemes

Discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage financial performance including GP and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and food safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

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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 on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring, listening environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive actions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A proactive problem solver, able 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 vary by restaurant, are guest discretionary, and not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift (any menu item) and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.