Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a dynamic Senior Sous Chef to lead and inspire their kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive environment while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and problem-solving skills, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and effective kitchen management. With a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a coaching culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a vibrant and diverse culinary community. Join the journey to nourish both body and soul.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Access to new menus

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Ensure high standards of food, health, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

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Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Ipswich

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Ipswich

Job Category:

Other

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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 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 excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions.

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 engage and support your team.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.

Wagamama’s benefits |

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

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

Be you, be Wagamama

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

*Tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant; they are not guaranteed wages.*