Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this role, you will lead a dynamic kitchen team, fostering a positive environment while ensuring high standards of food safety and performance. With a focus on coaching and developing your team, you will drive restaurant success and create an inclusive atmosphere for all. Enjoy a range of benefits, including free meals, early access to new menus, and a supportive training program. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to earnings before payday

Discounted gym memberships

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Long service awards

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Ability to maintain high standards of food safety and health.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team, driving performance.
• Support coaching and development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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 journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, engaging in meaningful conversations with your team.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills, able to make quick decisions.

Benefits

• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu and 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 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.

Additional Information

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

Be yourself, be Wagamama.