Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes fostering a positive culture, supporting team development, and ensuring high standards of food safety. With a focus on performance and coaching, you'll be pivotal in driving the restaurant's success. Enjoy exciting benefits like free meals, access to new menus, and a supportive work environment that values individuality. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to new menus

Wagestream access

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a kitchen team to achieve exceptional results.
• Drive restaurant performance while maintaining high food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Understanding

Problem-solving

Job description

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Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional 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 with a genuine, caring approach, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits:

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

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Note: Successful candidates will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation covered.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.