Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes leadership, fostering a positive culture, and maintaining high food safety standards. As part of a diverse and inclusive team, you'll drive performance while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, free meals on shift, and family-friendly policies. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates its team members, making a meaningful impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Support coaching and development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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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 looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and 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 coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring |

• Ability to create a positive, caring environment, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring high standards in dish preparation.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• A focus on building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Strong problem-solving skills, able to make quick decisions and think proactively.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams)
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages.