Restaurant Performance Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic team as a Senior Sous Chef at an exciting new restaurant opening. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, fostering a positive environment while delivering exceptional culinary experiences. You will play a key role in driving performance and supporting the development of your team, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. With a commitment to personal growth and a range of industry-leading benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced culinary setting. Enjoy perks like bonuses, free meals, and a supportive work culture that values individuality.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition through Wok Star program

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver excellent results.
• Drive restaurant performance and maintain high food standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

Culinary Arts Qualification

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Restaurant Performance Chef (Hiring Immediately), Nottingham

Client: Wagamama

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Be part of our exciting new opening!

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviour in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with real conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruit, and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills, quick decision-making, and adaptability.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Tips share.
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition through our Wok Star program.

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, 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 the team; they vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not guaranteed wages.