Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Exeter is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment, focusing on performance and team development. Benefits include a bonus scheme, free food on shift, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Opportunity to experience new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and nationwide recognition programs

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Supporting continuous coaching and development of the team.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately), Exeter

Client: Wagamama

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

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 personality over perfection, encouraging you to be yourself. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help 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 of your team, driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

Benefits |

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

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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 guest discretion, not guaranteed or considered wages.