Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain in London. This role offers the chance to lead a vibrant kitchen, inspire your team, and ensure high culinary standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on individual growth and teamwork, you'll play a pivotal role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy unique benefits like free meals, tips sharing, and access to new menus before anyone else. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support team development.
• Understanding of kitchen financials and labor cost management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a kitchen team to achieve excellent results.
• Maintain high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

Kitchen Financial Management

Job description

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Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), London

Client:

wagamama

Location:

London, 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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• First access to 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, gym discounts, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama:

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

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