Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in Shrewsbury. This full-time role offers the opportunity to create a positive environment while driving performance and delivering exceptional results. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety and quality, while fostering a coaching culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Enjoy perks like free meals on shift, access to new menus, and a supportive team atmosphere. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic culinary environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings before payday

Pension schemes

Training opportunities

Cycle-to-work schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to support team growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to achieve high performance.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met consistently.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem-Solving

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Lead Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury

Client: Wagamama

Location: Shrewsbury, 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 difference and value personality over perfection. 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 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 excellent results.

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 have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What’s in it for you:

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

We also offer pension schemes, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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 expenses covered.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.