Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Exeter. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic kitchen environment, fostering talent and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You will play a crucial role in maintaining high food safety standards and driving kitchen performance. With a focus on inclusivity and support, this position promises personal and professional growth while being part of a company that values individuality and creativity. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Food safety standards

Financial metrics understanding

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

exeter, 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 focus on personality over perfection—what we call "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 inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to foster personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven experience in maintaining standards and managing financial performance.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.

What’s In It For You

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Sharing tips with the team.
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP events.
• National recognition as a "Wok Star."

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, 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 the team, vary by restaurant, and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.