Professional Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role involves fostering a positive environment, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you'll coach and develop your team while managing kitchen performance and financial aspects. Enjoy a competitive bonus scheme, free meals on shift, and a range of family-friendly policies. Join a vibrant team that celebrates individuality and excellence in the culinary arts!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Manage kitchen performance, including financial aspects.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Acumen

Problem-Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

Food Safety Certification

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

doncaster, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and supported, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, collaborating with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

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 approach to team management.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Financial acumen related to kitchen performance, including GP and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering respect and inclusion.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, effective decisions.

Wok’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, at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

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.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.