Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant setting. This role emphasizes the importance of fostering a positive work environment while maintaining high standards in food safety and team performance. With a focus on coaching and development, you will drive restaurant success and ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests. Enjoy a variety of perks including a generous bonus scheme, flexible pay options, and a family-friendly policy, making this opportunity not just a job, but a rewarding career path.

Benefits

Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Tips share

Free shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for team support and genuine conversations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), South West London

Client: wagamama

Location: South West 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and individuality. We value personality over perfection—be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 to achieve excellence, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviour in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards, with an understanding of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to foster a coaching culture, focusing on recruitment, development, and growth of team members.
• Problem-solving skills, quick decision-making abilities, and forward-thinking approach.

What’s In It For You:

• Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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