Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; 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 restaurant environment. This role focuses on creating a positive atmosphere, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high standards in food safety and preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, a caring approach, and a passion for nurturing talent. With competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic culinary team.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free shift food

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams als Küchenchef oder Senior Sous Chef.
• Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelsicherheit aufrechtzuerhalten.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and team skills.

Skills

Küchenführung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit und Hygiene

Finanzmanagement in der Küche

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Sous Chef | Glasgow Central Area | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being 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, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What You’ll Do

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, collaborating with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Think proactively to solve problems and 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 with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Forward-thinking problem solver.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'.

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

Our Commitment

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident. We believe in being authentic and inclusive—be you, be Wagamama.

*Please note: 100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not guaranteed or considered wages.