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

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in Cardiff. This role emphasizes fostering a positive environment while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You’ll be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards, managing labor costs, and inspiring your team to thrive. The company offers a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, flexible earnings access, and family-friendly policies. If you’re passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and nurture talent within the team.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

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cardiff, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time

Wagamama celebrates diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us as part of our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational 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 delivering outstanding results.

What You’ll 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 food preparation and safety, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build and develop a strong, motivated team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a track record of performance management in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with a considerate and supportive approach that ensures your team feels heard and valued.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health standards, and financial management including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive and grow in their careers.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to be among the first to try new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• 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.

*Tips are entirely at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages. 100% of tips go to our teams, but actual amounts vary by restaurant.