Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; 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 in Worcester. This role emphasizes creating a supportive environment, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll inspire your team while managing financial performance effectively. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity, and enjoy benefits like a generous bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via wagestream

Share of tips

Free meals on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition programs

Pension schemes and holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety standards

Financial management

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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Worcester

Client: wagamama

Location: Worcester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking 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 of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment where your team feels valued and celebrated.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high standards in food preparation.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruit, and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance through positive leadership.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Proven track record in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen in managing GP, stock, and labour costs.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking problem solver who can adapt quickly to changing demands.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to earnings before payday via wagestream.
• Share of tips (100% of tips go to the team, varying by restaurant).
• Free meals on shift, with 50% off outside work for 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.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition programs such as being a nationwide wok star.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

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