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Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire
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Client:
Wagamama
Location:
Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
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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 diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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 to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.
If You |
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
* Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
* Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Are committed to building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop a strong team, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Are 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, complex environment.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
* Proven ability to uphold high standards in food, health, safety, and financial performance.
* Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, helping them flourish in their roles and careers.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* A forward-thinking, quick decision-maker.
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 and are discretionary)
* Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
* Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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 nor guaranteed.
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