Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; 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 creating a supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. You will play a crucial part in developing your team while managing kitchen finances and operations. With exciting perks like free meals and early access to new menus, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a vibrant culinary culture. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings via Wagestream

Pension scheme

Training

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experienced in a fast-paced kitchen environment with leadership skills.
• Proficient in maintaining food safety and managing kitchen finances.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment and support team development.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Food Safety Standards

Communication

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Education

Experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef

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 as part of our mission to 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 to achieve excellence, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

We are looking for someone who:

• Creates a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensures an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understands financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Builds a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Is a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

Ideal Candidate |

• Experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef with leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicator who engages with the team with consideration and care.
• Proficient in maintaining food safety standards and managing kitchen finances.
• Experienced in managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Inspiring leader who motivates their team to flourish.
• Committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A forward-thinker and quick decision-maker.

What We Offer |

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

**Successful candidates will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.**

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