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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Senior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. You'll play a pivotal role in fostering a positive work environment while driving performance and supporting your team's growth. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced setting, making a meaningful impact on both your team and guests. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and celebrates success.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a kitchen team to achieve high standards.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene while managing kitchen finances.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Kitchen Financial Management

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08.05.2025

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Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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 both body and 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring, positive environment where your team feels valued and supported, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop staff, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making 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 meaningful conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to flourish and grow in their careers.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick, effective decisions.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (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
• National recognition as a "Wok Star"

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, are left at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.