senior sous chef - Exciting new restaurant opening (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An exciting new restaurant is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to create a positive environment while maintaining high standards of food safety and guest experience. Join a company that values individuality and supports personal growth, with excellent benefits including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant setting.

Benefits

Jährlicher Bonus von bis zu £3,000

Zugang zu 30% des Einkommens vor dem Gehaltstag

Anteil an Trinkgeldern

Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Erste Zugriffe auf neue Menüs

Reinigung der Kochkleidung

Jährliche Wagamama-Partys

Pensionspläne

Urlaubsanspruch

Qualifications

• Erfahrung als Küchenleiter oder Senior Sous Chef in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in Lebensmittelsicherheit und Hygiene aufrechtzuerhalten.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Küchenführung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit und Hygiene

Finanzmanagement

Problem-solving

Job description

Below is a refined version of the job description, with improved formatting and clarity:

Senior Sous Chef - Exciting New Restaurant Opening (Hiring Immediately), Luton, Bedfordshire

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Be part of our exciting new opening! At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for 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, creating 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’ll Do:

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, collaborating 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 in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.

What’s In It For You:

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme.
• Access up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream before payday.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, 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.

*Tips are entirely at guest discretion and are not guaranteed or considered wages.