Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Preston. This role is perfect for someone passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership. You will be responsible for creating a supportive environment, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. With a focus on personal and professional development, you'll work closely with your Head Chef to drive performance and foster a culture of coaching. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, generous discounts, and family-friendly policies, making this an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Free shift food

50% off food outside work

Pension schemes

Holiday entitlement

Training opportunities

Cycle-to-work schemes

Retail and leisure discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Verständnis für finanzielle Kennzahlen wie Bruttogewinn und Lagerkontrolle.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.

Skills

Küchenführung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Finanzmanagement

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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, 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 excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring environment where your team feels valued and supported, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Experience in maintaining high food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Proactive 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, discretionary, not guaranteed).
• Free shift food from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program.

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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