Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant group as a Senior Sous Chef in Maidstone. You will lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring high standards and a positive work environment. This role offers a unique opportunity for personal growth and professional development in a vibrant setting. Enjoy various perks including a bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting individuals

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills ensuring team support.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Be part of our exciting new opening!

Celebrating diversity and individuality, we believe in appreciating personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef to recruit and develop talent, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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, with a caring approach that ensures your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

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
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy offering 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Early access to our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages, nor are they guaranteed.