Restaurant Performance Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Senior Sous Chef at a vibrant new restaurant. Join a dynamic team that values individuality and fosters a positive work environment. In this role, you'll lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. With a focus on coaching and development, you'll inspire your team to excel and drive restaurant performance. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, early access to earnings, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to support team growth.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials Management

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Join our exciting new opening!

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it 'be you, be Wagamama'. We are looking for 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 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 outstanding results.

What You’ll Do

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions on your feet.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring approach that ensures your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering growth and inclusivity.
• A problem-solving mindset, capable of quick thinking.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access to Wagestream for early earnings
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift, with 50% discount outside work
• 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 and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are given at guests' discretion and are not considered wages. Tips vary by restaurant and are not guaranteed.