Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an inspiring team as a Senior Sous Chef at a celebrated restaurant chain. In this role, you'll lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest experiences. With a focus on nurturing talent and fostering a supportive environment, you'll drive performance and contribute to a culture of excellence. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and family-friendly policies. This is your chance to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in a dynamic kitchen setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team and driving performance.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to high food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment and support team development.
• Manage food safety and health standards while driving restaurant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

Financial Metrics Understanding

Communication

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, 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. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing 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, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Bring |

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high standards in food preparation.
• Experience in managing food, health, and safety standards, as well as understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A commitment to personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behavior.
• Strong communication skills with consideration and support for your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and health regulations.
• Understanding of financial performance metrics.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Tips sharing.
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and nationwide recognition programs.
• Pension, holiday, training, discounts, and awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are entirely at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages. 100% of tips go to our teams, but actual amounts vary by restaurant.