Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Sheffield seeks a Senior Sous Chef who will inspire and lead the kitchen team. The ideal candidate will focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving team performance. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, this role offers a dynamic environment to thrive in culinary leadership.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Recognition programs like nationwide 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support the team.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 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 coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring:

• A focus on creating a caring, listening environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruit, and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• A proactive problem solver who can think quickly and make decisions confidently.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that support your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like nationwide 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are distributed at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages.