Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in Plymouth. This role emphasizes leadership, fostering a supportive environment, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. As part of a renowned restaurant chain, you will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards, managing kitchen metrics, and nurturing talent within your team. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and respect, this position offers a vibrant atmosphere where your contributions will be recognized and valued. Join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul and enjoy a range of enticing perks that enhance your work-life balance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips (100% go to the team)

Free meals on shift

50% discount outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes and holiday leave

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong commitment to food safety and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation.
• Maintain food safety standards and manage kitchen performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Communication

Financial Acumen

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Posted:

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 us in our mission 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 to help your team excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring |

• Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent and promoting a coaching culture.
• Dedication to providing exceptional guest experiences, ensuring high standards in food preparation.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick 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, capable of engaging with the team with care and consideration.
• Proven track record in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen in managing kitchen performance metrics.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate teams.
• Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (100% go to the team).
• Free meals on shift and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are left at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.