Head Kitchen Motivator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Brighton seeks a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role focuses on fostering a positive work environment, ensuring high standards in food preparation, and managing kitchen performance. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free shift meals

50% off outside work meals

Paid parental leave

Provided chef whites

Company events and recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

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brighton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, promoting a coaching culture within the management team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• Early access to new menus
• Provided chef whites
• Company events and recognition programs

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are distributed to team members; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.