Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team. This role emphasizes nurturing talent and fostering a supportive environment while ensuring high standards of food safety and guest satisfaction. With a focus on personal and team development, you will play a crucial role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about creating a memorable dining experience and inspiring your team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Wagestream access

Share of tips

Free food during shifts

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

VIP guest events

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Food safety standards

Financial management

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — we call it 'be you, be Wagamama.' We are seeking 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. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• Ability to create a caring, supportive environment, nurturing talent and promoting a coaching culture within the management team.
• Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards through personal effort and team development.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, with an understanding of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Strong problem-solving skills, capable of making 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 in a complex environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with a genuine approach that ensures your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively, adapting to changing demands.
• Inspirational leadership that motivates the team to excel and grow.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% goes to the team, variable by restaurant)
• Free food during shifts and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

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

Join Us

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are given at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages or considered part of salary.