Restaurant Performance Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef at an exciting new restaurant opening. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. Enjoy a variety of benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, all within a supportive environment that celebrates individuality. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are dedicated to nurturing talent, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Shared tips

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for meaningful team interactions.
• Proven experience in food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of team members.
• Ensure dishes are prepared to the highest standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Derby, 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

Join our exciting new opening!

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." 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 inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What We Look For

• A leader who fosters a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Someone dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to the highest standards.
• An individual experienced in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations with team members.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen related to kitchen operations, including GP and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive and grow.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Shared tips
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star"

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long-service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are paid directly to our teams; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are at guest discretion and are not considered wages or guaranteed by the company.