Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive environment as a Senior Sous Chef in a renowned culinary establishment. In this role, you'll inspire and lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring excellence in food quality and safety while driving restaurant performance. With a focus on fostering growth and engagement, you'll enjoy a supportive workplace that values individuality. This exciting opportunity not only offers competitive compensation but also a range of perks, including bonuses, flexible payment options, and a chance to shape the culinary experience. Be part of a forward-thinking company that celebrates diversity and creativity in every dish.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Experience new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition program: Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership qualities to inspire and engage team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team to achieve high performance.
• Maintain food quality and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Job description

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Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Plymouth

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Be part of our exciting new opening!

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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

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, capable of having meaningful conversations with consideration and care.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make decisions.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go entirely to the team)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition program: Wok Star

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, 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 fully distributed to our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.