Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating a supportive environment while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You'll drive performance and foster personal growth within your team, making a significant impact on guest experiences. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a vibrant culinary setting. Join a company that values personality and celebrates differences, and be part of an exciting journey that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Free chef whites

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Job description

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wagamama

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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 reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring |

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• A commitment to fostering a coaching culture and supporting personal and professional growth within your team.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and support your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Ability to manage labour costs adaptively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with quick thinking ability.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Tips sharing.
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Early access to new menus.
• Free chef whites for shifts.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are distributed to teams; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.