Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to lead and inspire a kitchen team, ensuring exceptional food quality and guest experiences. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll be part of a culture that celebrates individuality and diversity. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme, generous discounts, and a family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to maintain high standards in food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food preparation.
• Manage labor costs and foster a positive, inclusive environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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 worldwide. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make informed decisions.

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 the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance in a kitchen.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking and decisive problem-solving skills.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to teams, vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

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

Be you, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.