senior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the restaurant sector is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes nurturing talent and promoting a coaching culture, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, the ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and financial acumen related to kitchen operations. Join this vibrant team and enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and a supportive work environment that values individual contributions.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage your team.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety standards

Financial acumen

Job description

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portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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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, with over 165 restaurants. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to 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 continuous coaching and development, aiming to optimize restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

What You Bring |

• Ability to create a positive, caring environment, nurturing talent and promoting a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring high standards in dish preparation.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, with an understanding of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, 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 the ability to engage and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen related to kitchen operations, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making capabilities.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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 and are discretionary; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.