Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative kitchen manager is sought to lead a dynamic team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes creating a positive atmosphere while ensuring high standards of food safety and guest satisfaction. As a Senior Sous Chef, you will inspire your team, manage performance, and contribute to the culinary excellence that defines the brand. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will play a crucial role in fostering a coaching culture within the kitchen. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact.

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 opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support and engage the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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 individuality and diversity. We value 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for |

• 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.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to exceptional standards, either by your efforts or through your team’s skills.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

Additional requirements |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labour 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 they belong.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits |

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access 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 and vary by restaurant; they are not guaranteed wages.*