Head Sous Chef of New Openings (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Senior Sous Chef in Plymouth. Be part of an exciting new opening, leading a kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values individuality and development. Competitive benefits include a bonus scheme, free meals, and a family-friendly policy.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team.
• Strong communicator ensuring team support and engagement.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Coach and develop team to reach their potential.
• Ensure excellent guest experience with high food standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Plymouth, 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!

Celebrating over three decades of being different, we don’t conform; we celebrate individuality. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish everyone from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating 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.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs. You proactively spot opportunities, whether as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Are focused on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop talent, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

What we look for |

• An experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviors in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in genuine conversations with care and consideration, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and cleanliness.
• Understanding of financial metrics like gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adjusting to changing demands.
• A leader who inspires and engages their team to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong.
• A proactive problem solver, quick thinker, and decisive decision-maker.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be among the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star – our national program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, 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 Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests’ discretion, and are not guaranteed wages nor considered part of salary.