Lead Culinary Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team in Bath. This role emphasizes fostering a positive environment while ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards. You will play a crucial part in coaching and developing your team, driving performance, and achieving outstanding results. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting. Join this forward-thinking company and be part of a journey that nourishes both body and soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

National recognition through Wok Star program

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine care and consideration.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment for your team.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

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Lead Culinary Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Bath

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

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 on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Need To Do:

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop your team.
• Be 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 genuine care and consideration.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and safety regulations.
• Understanding of kitchen financial performance, including GP 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, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our Wok Star program

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.