Professional Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic team as a Senior Sous Chef in a leading restaurant chain. This role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment and are passionate about nurturing talent and delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will lead your team with a focus on creating an inclusive and positive atmosphere while maintaining high culinary standards. With opportunities for personal growth and a range of enticing perks, this position promises to be both rewarding and fulfilling. If you're ready to inspire and make a difference in a celebrated culinary setting, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to experience new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for meaningful team interactions.
• Proven ability to maintain kitchen standards and manage finances.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive and inclusive environment for team and guests.
• Coach and develop team members to excel in their roles.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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wagamama

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | 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 help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, creating 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 |

• A focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, 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 your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

Our Ideal Candidate |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having meaningful conversations with your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining standards and managing financial aspects of a kitchen.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment.

What We Offer |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to our teams).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition programs such as nationwide 'Wok Star'.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long-service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. They vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not guaranteed wages.