Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team. This role focuses on fostering a positive environment, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership presence and a passion for coaching team members to achieve their best. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, this position offers the opportunity to thrive in a vibrant culinary environment while enjoying competitive benefits and a bonus scheme. Join a team where individuality and diversity are celebrated!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition as a Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive leadership.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience with high-quality dishes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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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 and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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 of your team to achieve their best while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring |

• A focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, promoting a coaching culture within the management team.
• Dedication to ensuring an exceptional guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and equipped your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture, recruiting, and developing your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance through positive leadership.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining food, safety standards, and managing financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not guaranteed wages.