senior sous chef - Nurturing and Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Swindon to foster a nurturing work culture. The role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food safety, and enhancing guest experiences. Join a dynamic environment focused on personal and professional growth, with opportunities for coaching and development.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Company parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Holiday and training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Strong communication skills for supportive team interactions.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

swindon, wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. with over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

the role |

as a senior sous chef, you’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. you will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

if you |

• focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture within management.
• are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• are focused on building a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

what we look for |

• experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• strong communication skills, capable of honest, considerate conversations ensuring your team feels supported.
• proven experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to flourish in their roles.
• a passion for creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels respected and valued.
• a forward-thinking problem solver, quick to adapt and make decisions.

wok’s in it for you |

• bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• share of tips
• free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% outside work for friends and family
• industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• early access to new menus
• dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• company parties and VIP events
• nationwide recognition as a wok star through our program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are left at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.