Professional Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. You will lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation while fostering a positive environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop your team, drive restaurant performance, and create memorable guest experiences. With industry-leading benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this position is perfect for an inspiring leader ready to make a difference in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach to team interactions.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and ensure high standards in dish preparation.
• Maintain food safety standards and manage kitchen financials effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

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10.05.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing 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 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 in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Need To Do |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking 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 environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring approach to team conversations.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and they belong.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think on your feet.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additional benefits include pension, 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.