Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and develop staff while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on performance and personal growth, you will play a key role in driving the restaurant's success. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, free meals, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and make a significant impact in a renowned dining experience.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver excellent results.
• Drive restaurant performance and foster a positive environment.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Understanding

Coaching Culture

Problem-Solving

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Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Slough

Client: Wagamama

Location: Slough, 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 ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, able to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What we offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle to work, 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 the team. Tips are discretionary and not guaranteed as wages.