Head Sous Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes nurturing talent and fostering a supportive atmosphere while maintaining high standards in food safety and guest satisfaction. You'll have the opportunity to inspire your team, drive restaurant performance, and enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Free food during shifts

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition program as a 'Wok Star'

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Head Sous Leader (Hiring Immediately), Peterborough

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full time

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'll be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You'll support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment where your team feels valued and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Commitment to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards through your efforts and team development.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to foster a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop a strong team, supporting personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of having considerate and supportive conversations with your team.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of financial performance metrics like GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Aspiring to inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth and success.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Strong problem-solving skills, able to think on your feet and make quick, effective decisions.

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 (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food during shifts, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Be among the first to try our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided at every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Join our nationwide recognition program as a 'Wok Star'.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, 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 go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.