senior sous chef

TN United Kingdom; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating a positive environment, nurturing talent, and ensuring high standards in food preparation and safety. You will be responsible for driving performance and delivering exceptional guest experiences while managing financial aspects of the kitchen. With a focus on inclusivity and team engagement, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced culinary setting. Join a forward-thinking company that values its people and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Share of tips

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Training opportunities

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on team engagement.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests, nurturing talent.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and food safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Position: Senior Sous Chef

As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in continuous coaching and developing your team to be the best they can be whilst driving your restaurant performance and delivering amazing results.

Responsibilities |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feel cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritise nurturing and developing talent within your team, role modelling a coaching culture within the management team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards in your kitchen. Understand the financial performance of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spot opportunities as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop staff, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be 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 behaviour in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in real conversations with consideration and care, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Experience understanding the financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and react to changing demands.
• An inspiring leader who engages their team to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and they belong.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity.
• Share of the tips.
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay).
• Be the first to experience our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star – our national recognition programme.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.