Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Basildon is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. You will foster a positive environment, drive performance, and ensure high standards in food safety. Join us to contribute to our mission of nourishing from bowl to soul while enjoying generous benefits including bonuses, discounts, and more.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

National recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing coaching and development of your team.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately), Basildon

Client: wagamama

Location: Basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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 contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, with a focus on caring and support
• Excellent standards in food, health, and safety
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to team members)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and events
• National recognition programs

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 Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.