Lead Culinary Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in Bedford. This role emphasizes fostering a positive environment, ensuring high standards of food safety, and driving performance in a fast-paced setting. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, the ideal candidate will inspire their team while managing financial aspects effectively. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and generous family-friendly policies, making this an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.

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

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a Wok Star

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven experience in maintaining food, health, safety, and financial standards.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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Lead Culinary Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

We are looking for someone who |

• Creates a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensures an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards, and equips the team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Builds a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Is 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, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that support and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining food, health, safety, and financial standards.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to flourish.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips.
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, 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.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guest discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.