Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team. This role emphasizes fostering a supportive environment, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving exceptional restaurant performance. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll inspire your team while managing kitchen operations effectively. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via wagestream

Share of tips

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Pension scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for team engagement and guest interactions.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive team environment and ensure high food safety standards.
• Drive restaurant performance through coaching and team development.

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 diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and continue our journey to nourish 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Need To Do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your 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 as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have considerate and caring conversations.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Financial understanding of kitchen operations, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills.

What’s In It For You:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to earnings before payday via wagestream.
• Share of tips.
• Free on-shift food from our menu, with 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 VIP guest events.
• National recognition through our Wok Star program.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama proudly participates in the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are entirely at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.