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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Sous Chef at a leading restaurant, where diversity and individuality are celebrated. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest experience. With a focus on continuous development and a positive work environment, you will play a crucial role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, tips sharing, and discounts on food. Be part of a company that values inclusivity and fosters a culture of respect and support.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Manage kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Kitchen Financial Management

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Designate Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive Leadership Culture (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone

Client: Wagamama

Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to 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 of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Will Do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

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 having considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience ensuring food safety and high standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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 and are not guaranteed.