designate senior sous chef - Inclusive Leadership Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes fostering a supportive atmosphere, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining the highest food safety standards. You will play a crucial role in team development and operational excellence while enjoying a range of attractive perks, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free menu food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension scheme and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with team and guests.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and maintain high food standards.
• Drive restaurant performance and manage kitchen financials effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

10.05.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development to help your team excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Will Do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs; proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build a strong, developing team through recruitment and ongoing training, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick, effective decisions.

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, capable of engaging in genuine conversations with consideration and care.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate teams to thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Forward-thinking and adaptable problem-solving skills.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Tips sharing.
• Free menu food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 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 scheme, 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 and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages, are not guaranteed, and are solely provided at guests' discretion.