Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Norwich. You will inspire and lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and safety while fostering a positive work environment. Enjoy various benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.

Free on-shift food from our menu.

50% off outside work.

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.

National recognition as a Wok Star.

Pension.

Holiday.

Training.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards.
• Manage kitchen standards, including food safety and financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately), Norwich

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Join our exciting new opening! At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to support 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, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional 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 excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards, including food safety, health and safety, and financial performance such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your 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.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health and safety.
• Understanding of financial metrics like gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour 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 up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Tips share.
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition as a Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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.