senior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; 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 Plymouth. This full-time role emphasizes individuality and diversity, where you will inspire your team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Your leadership will foster a positive environment, focusing on coaching and developing talent. With a commitment to high standards in food safety and financial management, you'll play a crucial role in driving restaurant performance. Join a company that values personality over perfection and offers a range of exciting benefits, including a bonus scheme and early access to new menus.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership in kitchen management

Food safety knowledge

Financial management

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

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wagamama

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plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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 in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you will do |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels valued and supported, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects 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.
• Act as a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, with a focus on performance and positive leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health standards, and financial management in a kitchen setting.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate teams, fostering inclusivity and respect.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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 considered wages; 100% go to our teams. Actual tips vary by restaurant.