Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role involves fostering a positive environment, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. As part of a diverse team, you'll drive restaurant performance while managing financial aspects like stock control and labour costs. With a variety of benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this opportunity allows you to grow in a supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Uniform cleaning provided

Company events

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience and maintain high standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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08.05.2025

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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 of nourishing from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for both your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve excellence, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

Responsibilities |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; manage financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Act as a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.

What We Look For |

• 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 considerate and supportive conversations.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering inclusion and respect.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Wagamama Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• Early access to new menus
• Uniform cleaning provided
• Company events and recognition programs

Additional benefits include 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.

*Tips are distributed at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages.