Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere while maintaining high culinary standards. You will play a key role in coaching and developing your team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and managing kitchen operations efficiently. With competitive benefits and a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced culinary setting. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a journey that nourishes both body and soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and events

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to support team growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food and safety.
• Manage financial aspects of the kitchen, including stock and labor costs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem Solving

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Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Edinburgh

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring, listening environment that celebrates successes and nurtures talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is equipped with necessary skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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, with a caring approach that makes your team feel supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (note: tips vary by restaurant and are guest 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 + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additional benefits include pension, 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.

*Tips are 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary, at guest discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.