Executive Sous Chef

about wagamamafrom bowl to soul isn’t just how we serve food—it’s how we show up for our peopleat wagamama, every dish we make and every shift we work is guided by one belief: we can always be better today than we were yesterday. that’s kaizen in our heartwe’re a place where your work has purpose, your voice matters, and your growth is taken seriously. where bold ideas are welcomed, effort is noticed, and learning never stops. you won’t just clock in—you’ll build skills, confidence, and a career alongside people who care deeply about what they do and who they do it withif you’re looking for more than a job—if you want to be part of something that feeds your future as much as it feeds our guests—this is your signfrom bowl to soul, start your journey with wagamama and apply nowabout this roleas an executive sous chef, you are a key leader in the kitchen. you partner with the executive chef to drive culinary excellence, lead and develop the team, and ensure every dish reflects our high standards. you play a critical role in creating a positive, high-performing kitchen where both people and food thrive.what you’ll dofood execution + culinary excellencelead by example in preparing + cooking dishes to wagamama standardsexecute + supervise preparation of dishes across stations including wok, ramen, fry, and teppanensure consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishesoversee service execution in an open kitchen environmentsupport innovation + continuous improvement in food quality + executionkitchen operations + station managementoversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient servicemanage prep, inventory, and ordering to maintain proper stock levelssupport scheduling + labor management in partnership with the executive chefensure all equipment is used safely + maintained properlycleanliness + kitchen standardsuphold the highest standards of cleanliness + organization throughout the kitchenensure all team members follow clean-as-you-go practicesmaintain back-of-house standards in line with wagamama expectationsoversee opening + closing procedures to ensure consistencyfood safetyensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulationsenforce proper labeling, dating, and rotation of all ingredients (FIFO)monitor temperature controls + safe food handling practiceslead by example in maintaining a safe + compliant kitchen environmentleadership + developmentsupport onboarding and training of new hires, ensuring strong foundationsprovide ongoing feedback, recognition, and performance coachingcreate a positive, inclusive, and high-energy team cultureskills & qualificationsproven experience in a leadership role within a fast-paced kitchenstrong culinary knowledge and techniques in pan-asian cuisineability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teamsability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and standardsphysical requirementsability to stand and work for extended periodsability to lift and carry up to 50 lbsability to work in a fast-paced, high-temperature kitchen environmentavailability to work nights, weekends, and holidaysability to work up to 55 hours per week, depending on business needsbenefitsfree family meal during shiftsdining discounts for you, your friends, and your familymedical, dental, vision, accident, and life insurance for full-time team membersongoing growth opportunities and a path for career progression #J-18808-Ljbffr