Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef at a well-known restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to lead a kitchen team, fostering a positive atmosphere while ensuring high standards in food safety and preparation. You will play a key role in developing your team and managing kitchen operations, all while enjoying fantastic benefits like free meals and tips. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in your culinary career and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills for team interactions.
• Understanding of kitchen financials and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment and nurture team talent.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards and financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Job description

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Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you will do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards, including health and safety, financial performance, stock control, and labor costs.
• Develop a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations with your team.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Note: If successful, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; they vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not considered wages.