Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Norwich. The role involves inspiring leadership, maintaining high food standards, and fostering a coaching culture among team members. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with team engagement.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food, health, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality and diversity, wagamama is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team. With over 165 restaurants, we are committed to nourishing both body and soul, emphasizing personality over perfection — be you, be wagamama.

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 of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to providing an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick 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, engaging with your team with care and consideration.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• 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 via wagestream
• Share of tips
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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, are discretionary, not guaranteed, and are not considered wages.