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Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Hemel Hempstead
Client: Wagamama
Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
4
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 both body and soul.
The role |
As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be a leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.
We look for someone who |
* Creates a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent and promoting a coaching culture.
* Ensures exceptional guest experiences with high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
* 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.
* Is a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on their feet.
Requirements |
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, capable of meaningful conversations with team members.
* Proven track record in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
* Financial acumen related to kitchen operations, including gross profit and stock management.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering inclusion and respect.
* Solution-oriented mindset with quick decision-making skills.
What we offer |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access to Wagestream for early earnings
* Tips share
* Free shift meals from our menu and 50% discount outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* Opportunity to try new menus first
* Chef whites provided daily
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star
Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*All tips are distributed to our teams; tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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