Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role involves coaching and developing team members while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and a proven track record in a fast-paced kitchen. With a commitment to diversity and individuality, this company offers a supportive culture where your contributions are valued. Join a dynamic team and enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme and generous family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Free on-shift food

50% off food for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and ability to inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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 diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team as we continue 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring |

• Ability to create a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is equipped with the right skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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, with the ability to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Proven track record in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to develop their roles and careers.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Ability to think proactively and make quick, effective decisions.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free on-shift food from our menu, with 50% off outside work for friends and family
• 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 with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.