Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef in a renowned restaurant chain. In this full-time role, you'll lead and inspire your kitchen team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on high food safety standards and financial management, you'll play a crucial role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a supportive work culture that celebrates individuality, with benefits including free meals, early menu access, and more. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Sharing of tips

Free shift food

50% off meals outside of work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings before payday

Pension plan

Training opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment for your team.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Job Category:

Other

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, 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’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Need To Do

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team training.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop your team.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making 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 a caring approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen in managing kitchen performance, GP, and stock.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Sharing of tips.
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside of work.
• 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: pension, training, cycle to work, gym discounts, long service awards.

Additional Information

If successful, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all expenses covered.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not guaranteed wages.