Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, focusing on nurturing talent while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards and managing kitchen financials, all while fostering a supportive and inclusive culture. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, free meals during shifts, and access to industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension schemes and holidays

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver excellent results.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

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Other

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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. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team on a 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring, considerate approach.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making abilities.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream.
• Tips share.
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

We also offer pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary, not part of wages, and not guaranteed.