Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Bedford is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role focuses on fostering a positive environment, driving performance, and ensuring food safety standards. With competitive benefits including a bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies, this position is perfect for someone looking to grow in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to Wagestream for early pay

Free shift meals + 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspiring leader fostering a positive environment.
• Support coaching and development, driving restaurant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 seeking 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and development, driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards
• Understanding of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access to Wagestream for earning up to 30% of your pay before payday
• Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant)
• Free shift meals from our menu + 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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