Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; 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. This role focuses on nurturing talent, maintaining high food safety standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. With a commitment to inclusivity and support, the ideal candidate will inspire their team while managing kitchen finances effectively. Enjoy a range of benefits including bonuses, flexible earning options, and a vibrant workplace culture. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

VIP guest events

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure outstanding guest experience with high-quality dishes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety and Hygiene

Kitchen Financial Management

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality and diversity, Wagamama has over 165 restaurants and values personality over perfection — we call it 'be you, be Wagamama'. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. Your role involves coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to ensuring an outstanding guest experience, with dishes prepared to the highest standards.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding kitchen finances including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to foster a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Problem-solving skills, quick decision-making, and forward-thinking approach.

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 ability to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.

Benefits

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to our teams).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition as a 'Wok Star'.

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

Our Commitment

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Note: 100% of tips go to our teams. Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.