Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes nurturing talent and fostering a supportive environment while ensuring top-notch food quality and guest satisfaction. You will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards and managing financial metrics, including labor costs. With an industry-leading family-friendly policy and various perks, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a vibrant culinary setting. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and nurture talent within your team.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Stockport

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Stockport, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to 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 reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

Responsibilities include |

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• Being a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring team support and engagement.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• 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 and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, retail and leisure 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 guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages, nor are they guaranteed.