Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; 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 and create a supportive environment. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, encouraging team members to thrive while delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in kitchen leadership, financial acumen, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in food safety. With generous benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking culinary team.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings via wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food, health, and safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Acumen

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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 prioritize 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 from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development, aiming to help your team excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving outstanding results.

What You Bring

• A focus on creating a caring, supportive environment where your team feels valued and celebrated.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards.
• Experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, along with understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to foster a coaching culture, working with your head chef to recruit and develop your team.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of making quick, effective decisions.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven track record of maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Financial acumen relating to kitchen performance, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive and grow.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Wagamama’s Offerings

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings via wagestream before payday.
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed).
• 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.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• National recognition through our "Wok Star" program.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.