Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team. This role involves nurturing talent, ensuring high food safety standards, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. With a focus on creating a supportive environment, you'll drive performance and engage your team in a fast-paced setting. Enjoy industry-leading benefits, including a bonus scheme and opportunities for personal growth. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a culinary journey that nourishes both body and soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to Wagestream for early earnings

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support coaching and development of kitchen staff.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

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08.05.2025

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Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring |

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations with your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to Wagestream for early earnings.
• Tips share.
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. They are not considered wages nor guaranteed.