Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Senior Sous Chef in Guildford, where you will lead a passionate kitchen team at a renowned dining establishment. In this full-time role, you will foster a positive environment, drive performance, and ensure exceptional food quality and safety standards. With exciting benefits like an annual bonus scheme and opportunities for personal growth, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced culinary setting. Be part of a culture that celebrates individuality and dedication, and enjoy perks like free meals and discounts while nurturing your culinary career.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
• Support continuous coaching and development for team members.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Understanding of Kitchen Financials

Coaching Culture

Problem-Solving Skills

Job description

Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Guildford

Client: wagamama

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 seek a Senior Sous Chef to join our journey 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 continuous coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
• Excellent standards in 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.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.

Benefits:

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and nationwide recognition programs.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

We are proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages.