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Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Stockport
Client: wagamama
Location: Stockport, 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 are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to 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 ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.
What you will do:
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.
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 a caring and considerate approach.
* Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Financial acumen in managing kitchen GP, stock, and labor costs.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
* Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.
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 (tips vary by restaurant)
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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 guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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