Head Kitchen Motivator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Worcester is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive environment, ensuring high standards in food safety, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership qualities, experience in financial management, and a passion for creating an inclusive workplace. Join a dynamic team and enjoy various benefits including bonuses, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream.

Tips sharing.

Free food on shift, 50% off outside work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Early access to new menus.

Provided chef whites.

Exclusive wagamama parties.

Nationwide recognition programs.

Pension and holiday benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support continuous coaching and development for the team.
• Ensure dishes meet high standards and team is motivated.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Celebrating diversity and individuality, wagamama has over 165 restaurants. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission 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 continuous coaching and development to help your team excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What You Bring |

• A focus on creating a caring, listening, and celebratory environment, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is skilled and motivated.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building a strong, developing team through recruitment and ongoing training.
• A proactive problem solver, quick thinker, and decision-maker.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine, considerate interactions.
• Experience in kitchen standards, financial management, and labor control.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace.
• Ability to think on your feet and solve problems proactively.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream.
• Tips sharing.
• Free food on shift, 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant and adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Provided chef whites, exclusive wagamama parties, nationwide recognition programs.

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are fully distributed to staff, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.