Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Cambridge
Client: wagamama
Location: Cambridge
Job Category: Other
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 seeking 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.
What You Bring
* Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent and promoting a coaching culture.
* Dedication to providing an outstanding guest experience, ensuring high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Commitment to personal and professional growth within your team.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.
What We Look For
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication skills, fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
* Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
* Ability to manage labour costs effectively.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
* Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.
* Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
Benefits
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
* Access to up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream.
* Tips sharing.
* Free food during shifts and 50% off outside work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
* Early access to new menus.
* Provided chef whites.
* Wagamama parties and VIP events.
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star.
Additional benefits include pension, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are distributed to teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.
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