Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where you will lead a dynamic kitchen team and create exceptional dining experiences. In this full-time role, you will inspire your team through positive leadership while ensuring high standards in food preparation and safety. With a focus on nurturing talent and fostering a supportive environment, you will drive restaurant performance and contribute to a culture of inclusivity and respect. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, discounts, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Paid parental leave

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition programs

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team.
• Strong focus on food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support coaching and development of kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bradford, 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 individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us in 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 continuous coaching and development to help your team excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring:

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences and ensuring high standards in food preparation.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruit, and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance through positive leadership.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking and decisive problem-solving abilities.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition programs.
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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.