Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Watford is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves coaching team members, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving restaurant performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment and strong communication skills. Join a vibrant team and enjoy various benefits, including bonuses and discounts.

Benefits

Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food during shifts

50% off outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support the team.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and ensure excellent results.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruit, and develop team members.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs and nationwide fame 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 the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not guaranteed wages.