Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant. This role emphasizes creating a supportive environment while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a dedication to guest satisfaction, and a commitment to nurturing talent within the team. With industry-leading benefits and a culture that celebrates individuality, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition programs

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Compliance

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

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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, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring |

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and equipped team members.
• Experience maintaining high food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, participate in recruitment, and foster personal and professional growth within your team.
• Forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food, safety, and safety compliance.
• Understanding of kitchen financial performance, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with quick thinking.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, discretionary, and not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition programs like 'Wok Star'.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is committed to being a Disability Confident employer.