Restaurant Performance Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Woking to inspire a kitchen team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role includes fostering a supportive environment, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving performance through effective leadership and financial management. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers various benefits.

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 work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Financial Acumen

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Woking, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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 diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a supportive environment where your team feels valued and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards through your own efforts and team development.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are dedicated to building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen related to kitchen operations, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively, adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team to thrive and develop in their careers.
• A commitment to 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.
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training programs, 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, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.