senior sous chef

wagamama; Islington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wagamama is looking for a senior sous chef to join their leadership team. In this role, you will lead the kitchen operations, ensuring high food standards, team development, and a vibrant working environment. The position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and a range of perks aimed at fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Bonus scheme | up to £3,000 a year

£36.96 average tips per week*

Pension scheme

Dedicated 6-week training programme

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

£14 - £25 free food allowance on every shift

50% discount at Wagamama

28 days holiday

Access to counselors and wellness programs

Financial wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experienced head chef or senior sous chef leading a kitchen team.
• Strong communicator fostering real conversations.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team and support head chef with operations.
• Ensure high standards in food quality and safety.
• Oversee team development, ensuring engagement and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

3 hill st, united kingdom, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.07.2025

Expiry Date:

26.08.2025

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Job Description:

The role

As a senior sous chef at Wagamama, you'll be an integral part of our restaurant leadership team, supporting the head chef to lead your kitchen team the Wagamama way. You’ll embody our people promise, values, and core leadership behaviors. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that every dish served by the kitchen team meets our high standards. You’ll oversee the development and growth of your team, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and high performing.

Our perks + quirks

• Bonus scheme | up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity
• £36.96 average tips per week*
• Pension scheme
• Dedicated 6-week training programme
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• £14 - £25 free food allowance on every shift
• 50% discount at Wagamama + 30% off all other TRG brands with family and friends
• Internal progression opportunities | Fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth
• 28 days holiday
• Kintsugi wellness | Access to counselors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure
• Family friendly policy | Expectant persons or adopters receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay
• Financial wellbeing support | Access to loans repaid through your salary for 'strapped for cash' moments

What we look for

• A head chef or senior sous chef experienced in leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• A strong communicator who fosters real conversations with consideration and care
• Experience ensuring kitchen food, health, and safety standards are met
• Experience understanding financial performance, including GP and stock control
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands
• An inspiring leader who engages their team to flourish in their roles and careers
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions

The Wagamama way

Kaizen, meaning ‘good change,’ is our core philosophy, shaping every dish and pushing us to improve continuously. We are committed to community and planetary impact, celebrating differences, and welcoming everyone to our benches. We promise to support you and foster trust and safety, encouraging real conversations with open hearts and minds. All we ask is for you to bring your unique self to the table.

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Created on 12/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom