Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; 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 in a bustling restaurant environment. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, allowing you to cultivate a positive atmosphere while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards, managing kitchen finances, and developing your team's talents. With a commitment to inclusivity and a proactive approach to problem-solving, you will inspire your team to excel. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and a supportive work culture that values every individual's contribution.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support team engagement.
• Understanding of food safety and financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver results.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety and Hygiene

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

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manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection—it's all about being yourself, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our journey 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 of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

We are looking for someone who |

• Creates a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent while role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensures an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understands the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Builds a coaching culture within the team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Is a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on their feet.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, engaging in genuine conversations that ensure the team feels supported and heard.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of financial metrics like GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate the team to flourish.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go entirely to the team, at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are left at guest discretion, not guaranteed wages.