Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in London is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. This role focuses on fostering a positive work environment, ensuring high standards of food safety, and driving restaurant performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership qualities and a passion for creating an inclusive atmosphere. Benefits include a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and various perks aimed at promoting well-being and recognition.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift and 50% outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

National recognition as a wok star

Pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately), London

Client: wagamama

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 us 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 continuous coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and your team equipped with necessary skills.
• Are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and react to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips
• Free food on shift and 50% outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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, are at guests’ discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.