Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; 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 focuses on fostering talent, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in kitchen operations and a commitment to nurturing a positive team culture. With exciting benefits including a bonus scheme and generous discounts, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free on-shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach to team management.

Responsibilities

• Create an inclusive environment and ensure high food preparation standards.
• Drive restaurant performance and maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Understanding

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08.05.2025

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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 are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission 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 continuous coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.

What You Need To Do:

• Create a caring and inclusive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, recruit effectively, and support ongoing team development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.

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 a caring approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Financial understanding of kitchen operations, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% discount outside work
• 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 guests
• National recognition as a 'Wok Star'
• Pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards

Be You, Be Wagamama

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

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary.