Restaurant Performance Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an exciting new opening as a Senior Sous Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this dynamic role, you will lead a talented kitchen team, driving performance and fostering a supportive environment. With a focus on high food safety standards and financial management, you'll play a crucial part in delivering exceptional results. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant restaurant setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition programs

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support in coaching and developing the kitchen team.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Posted:

10.05.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Be part of our exciting new opening!

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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 inspirational 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 we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Knowledge of maintaining high food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build and foster a coaching culture within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What we offer |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs and other benefits

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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.

*Tips are entirely at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.