Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating a supportive environment while ensuring exceptional guest experiences through high standards in food preparation and safety. You will be responsible for coaching your team, managing kitchen financials, and fostering personal growth. With a focus on inclusivity and problem-solving, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving restaurant environment. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a vibrant culinary journey.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to uphold food and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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 us and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to 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, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

You Will

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modelling a coaching culture within management.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spot opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, making quick decisions on your feet.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering growth and inclusivity.
• A proactive problem solver who can think quickly and effectively.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (100% goes to teams, varies by restaurant, discretionary, not guaranteed).
• Free shift food from our menu, with 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus and dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star' through our program.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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