Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere where culinary excellence thrives. You will drive performance through effective coaching and development while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high food safety standards. With a bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and a variety of additional benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow in a forward-thinking culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain high food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience with high dish preparation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Job description

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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 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team to achieve excellence while driving restaurant performance.

What You Need To Do |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels valued and supported, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions on your feet.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen in managing kitchen profitability and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• A forward-thinking problem solver.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition through our Wok Star program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.