Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Sous Chef in Lincoln, where you will lead your kitchen to deliver exceptional dining experiences. This role emphasizes individuality and inclusivity, allowing you to nurture talent while maintaining the highest food safety standards. With a focus on creating a positive atmosphere, you'll inspire your team to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy benefits like tips sharing, free meals, and access to earnings before payday. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tips share

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to earnings before payday

Discounted gym memberships

Pension scheme

Training programs

Cycle to work scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Lincoln

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Lincoln, 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

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking 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, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring:

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to exceptional standards.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and health & safety, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Problem-solving skills, quick thinking, and decision-making abilities.

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 consideration and care in interactions.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and financial management.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to flourish.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belonging.
• Ability to think proactively and make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Tips share
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• First to try new menus
• 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, discounted gym memberships, 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 covered.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.