Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes nurturing talent, maintaining high food standards, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. You will drive performance through effective leadership and coaching, while also managing kitchen financials and compliance. The company values diversity and offers a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies. Join a team that celebrates individuality and strives for excellence in every dish served.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

National 'Wok Star' recognition

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure compliance with food and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 journey of nourishing 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 to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring, attentive environment where your team feels valued and celebrated, nurturing talent and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Are committed to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills.
• Ensure compliance with food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick, effective decisions.

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, able to have meaningful conversations that support and motivate your team.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow and succeed.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• A forward-thinking approach, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, at guest discretion, not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for 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
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our national '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 is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% directed to our teams. Variations depend on the restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.