Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; 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 involves fostering a positive and inclusive environment while maintaining high standards of food safety and guest experience. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coaching and developing talent, alongside strong financial acumen to manage kitchen performance effectively. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive culture, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Tips sharing

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong understanding of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support ongoing coaching and development to help your team excel.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Acumen

Job description

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Job Title: 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 us in our journey to 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 ongoing coaching and development to help your team excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• Ability to create a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards.
• Experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, effective decisions.

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 considerate and caring approach.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, and safety standards.
• Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance, including GP and stock management.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful workplace.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Tips sharing.
• Free shift meals from our menu, with 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition through our national programme, "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

We are proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% directed to our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.