Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Senior Sous Chef in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. You'll lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest satisfaction while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop your leadership skills and contribute to a new opening, with a focus on nurturing talent and driving performance. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support your team.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team development.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and guest experience.
• Manage kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: Wagamama

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." 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 inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Will Do |

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role-modeling a coaching culture within the management team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards in the kitchen. Understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development. Commit to fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

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 the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience ensuring food, health, and safety standards are met.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belonging.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

Wok’s in It for You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go 100% to the team, vary by restaurant, at guests' discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of 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.
• Be the first to try our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• Nationwide recognition through our "Wok Star" program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*All tips are given at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages. 100% of tips go to our teams; actual tips vary by restaurant.