Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a Senior Sous Chef for their new opening in Bedford. This role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring high food standards, and fostering a positive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in fast-paced kitchens and strong leadership qualities. Benefits include a bonus scheme, flexible pay options, and a family-friendly policy.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

Client: wagamama

Location: Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Be part of our exciting new opening!

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. We value personality over perfection, embracing what makes you unique. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What You Will Do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions on your feet.

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 approach.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with a quick decision-making ability.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to teams, vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition program as a 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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 at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.