Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative kitchen manager is sought for a dynamic role in a renowned restaurant chain. This position emphasizes leadership and team development, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a vibrant team that values individuality and fosters a culture of inclusivity. Enjoy a range of perks including free meals and early access to new menus, while contributing to the success of a forward-thinking culinary environment.

Benefits

Tipanteil

Kostenlose Mahlzeiten während der Schicht

50% Rabatt auf Speisen außerhalb der Arbeit

Zugang zu neuen Menüs

Reinigung der Kochkleidung

Zugang zu bis zu 30% des Gehalts vor dem Payday

Pensionspläne

Ausbildung

Fahrrad-Leasing-Programme

Rabatt auf Fitnessstudio-Mitgliedschaften

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelsicherheit aufrechtzuerhalten.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Küchenleitung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Finanzmanagement

Problem-solving

Education

Ausbildung zum Koch

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Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Peterborough

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support and coach your team to excel, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Will Do:

• Foster a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build and develop a strong team through recruitment and ongoing training, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and 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 the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Forward-thinking and decisive problem-solving skills.

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 every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Additionally, we provide pension schemes, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Note: If successful, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation covered.

*Tips are paid entirely to our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.