Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary scene is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This role is perfect for a passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to nurturing talent and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining high food safety standards, managing kitchen operations, and driving performance. With enticing benefits like free meals and early access to new menus, this opportunity promises a rewarding career path in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food during shifts

50% off food outside work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

Pension schemes

Training

Cycle-to-work schemes

Gym discounts

Long-service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Maintain food safety standards and manage kitchen financials.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety standards

Financial management

Education

Culinary Arts

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

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woking, United Kingdom

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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 diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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 ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

We are looking for someone who:

• Creates a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensures an excellent guest experience with dishes prepared to high standards.
• Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Builds a coaching culture within the team, focusing on personal and professional growth.
• Is a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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 an ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Benefits:

• Share of tips
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside work
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Additional benefits include pension schemes, training, cycle-to-work schemes, gym discounts, and long-service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

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

*Tips are distributed at the guest's discretion and are not guaranteed wages.