Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative and dynamic restaurant group seeks a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in Southampton. This role offers the opportunity to foster a positive environment and drive performance in a fast-paced setting. With a focus on individuality and excellence, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies, all while being part of a vibrant culinary community. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

First to try new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team while ensuring high food standards.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Problem Solving

Job description

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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Southampton

Client: wagamama

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 personality over perfection, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

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, capable of meaningful conversations with team members.
• 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, recruitment, and ongoing development.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First to try new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

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