Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der ein inspirierender Führer ist und ein positives Umfeld für das Team schafft. In dieser spannenden Rolle werden Sie die kontinuierliche Entwicklung Ihres Teams unterstützen und gleichzeitig die Restaurantleistung steigern. Sie werden für die Einhaltung der höchsten Standards in der Lebensmittelzubereitung verantwortlich sein und gleichzeitig die finanziellen Aspekte des Betriebs im Blick behalten. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Gastronomie haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist diese Gelegenheit genau das Richtige für Sie.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm

Zugang zu bis zu 30% der Einnahmen vor dem Payday

Freie Mahlzeiten während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Frühzeitiger Zugang zu neuen Menüs

Bereitstellung von gereinigten Kochjacken

Wagamama-Partys und Events

Anerkennung als Wok Star

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Führung eines Küchenteams als Head Chef oder Senior Sous Chef.
• Starke Kenntnisse in Lebensmittelsicherheit und Gesundheitsstandards.

Responsibilities

• Schaffung einer unterstützenden Umgebung für das Team und die Gäste.
• Sicherstellung einer außergewöhnlichen Gästeerfahrung und Einhaltung hoher Standards.

Skills

Küchenführung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Finanzmanagement

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Posted:

08.05.2025

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22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Glasgow Central Area | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Will Do

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture within the management team.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build a strong, motivated team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and adaptability.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a track record of performance in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to succeed.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties and events with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.