Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team in Ipswich. The ideal candidate will create a positive environment, maintain high food safety standards, and drive performance. Benefits include a bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday.

Free food on shift.

50% off food outside of work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Opportunity to try new menus first.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support in coaching and developing your team.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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wagamama

Location:

Ipswich

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Other

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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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 us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an exceptional guest experience, with dishes prepared to the highest standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

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.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow and succeed.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and events with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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 vary by restaurant and are discretionary; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.