Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food and safety standards. With a focus on nurturing talent and fostering a supportive environment, you'll play a crucial role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, free meals, and discounts, all while being part of a company that values individuality and diversity. If you're ready to make a difference in a fast-paced culinary setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Tips share

Free shift meals

Discounts for friends and family

Industry-leading 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 as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

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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 us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Need To Do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Foster a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• 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 in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Tips share.
• Free shift meals and discounts for friends and family.
• Industry-leading 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.

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.