Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where your leadership will inspire a passionate team dedicated to exceptional dining experiences. In this full-time role, you will drive performance and foster growth, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal development, this opportunity offers not just a job but a chance to thrive in a vibrant culinary environment. Enjoy industry-leading benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, while making a meaningful impact in a celebrated restaurant chain.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Free shift meals

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Holiday and training benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and proven food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards of food and safety are maintained.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Financial Performance Understanding

Education

Experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef

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Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us 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 achieving excellent results.

What You Bring

• A focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and supported, with a culture of coaching and development.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Experience in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety, and understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A commitment to fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• A proactive problem solver who can think quickly and make effective decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with your team with care and consideration.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards for food safety and cleanliness.
• Understanding of financial performance metrics such as GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Ability to inspire and motivate your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking and decisive.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift meals from our menu, with 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide 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.

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 left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.