Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This role is perfect for an inspirational leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment. You will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards and ensuring an excellent guest experience. With opportunities for continuous coaching and development, you will play a key role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy perks like free meals, a share of tips, and a supportive work culture that values diversity and individuality. This is a fantastic chance to grow your culinary career in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of kitchen financials including gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure dishes are prepared to high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Kitchen 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 from bowl to 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 continuous coaching and development of 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 and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, health, and safety, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

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 consideration and care.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Ability to think proactively and make quick decisions.

What’s in it for you |

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside of work to share with friends and family.
• Opportunity to be the first to try new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, training, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

**If successful in the interview process, you will attend a 7-week training period in the United Kingdom, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.**

*100% of tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.