Head Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes the importance of creating a positive work environment while ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards. As a Senior Sous Chef, you will inspire your team, manage kitchen operations, and drive performance. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Paid parental leave

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as 'Wok Star'

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a caring environment and celebrate team successes.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

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 individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve excellence, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What You Will 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 food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards related to food safety, health, and safety, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive leadership.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health, and safety standards.
• 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.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary)
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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