Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef in York, where you will lead and inspire a passionate kitchen staff. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, allowing you to foster a positive environment while ensuring top-notch food safety and financial management. With a strong focus on team development, you will drive performance and create memorable dining experiences. Enjoy a competitive bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and a range of family-friendly policies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting!

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

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
• Support team development and drive restaurant performance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Knowledge

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), York

Client: wagamama

Location: York

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 diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission 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 and develop your team while driving restaurant performance to deliver exceptional results.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communicator who values caring, supporting, and engaging with your team.
• Knowledge of food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruit, and develop team members.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

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
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a wok star

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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 guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.