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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in Wakefield. This role emphasizes inclusive leadership, fostering a supportive environment, and ensuring high standards in food preparation and safety. With a focus on coaching and development, you will drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Join a company that celebrates individuality and diversity, and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Paid parental leave

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Annual Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring environment and maintain high food safety standards.
• Manage kitchen performance and develop team talent.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem-Solving

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Wakefield, 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 individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants nationwide. 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 continuous coaching and development to help your team excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards, including health and safety, and understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and 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 with a caring approach.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (note: tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Annual Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• National recognition as a Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are distributed at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages.