senior sous chef

inploi; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent restaurant chain is looking for a Senior Sous Chef in Royal Tunbridge Wells. In this role, you will lead a team, ensure exceptional food quality, and create a positive work atmosphere. Ideal candidates are current kitchen managers or senior sous chefs ready to advance professionally. This position offers competitive bonuses and numerous employee benefits, reflecting a commitment to growth and well-being.

Benefits

Up to £3,000 annual bonus

50% off food outside of work

Free meals on shift

Pension scheme

Holiday and training benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Current kitchen manager or senior sous chef with ambition to advance.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with fresh food.
• Passion for mentoring and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Run the pass and lead the kitchen team.
• Ensure high food quality and positive kitchen atmosphere.
• Mentor junior chefs and assist with food prep.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Kaizen mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

senior sous chef | full time

at wagamama, food is life. our kitchens are all about fresh food, fast-paced, and full of real people making real food. no microwaves, no shortcuts, just big energy and bigger flavours. as senior sous chef, you’ll run the pass, lead the team, and bring the buzz. it’s a role built for head chefs in the making, with real responsibility, real impact, and real food

what you’ll be doing

• creating a place where your team feels safe, seen, and proud to show up
• making sure food quality and kitchen vibes stay sky-high
• mentoring chefs and helping them grow
• jumping into prep, solving problems, and keeping pace
• thinking with a kaizen mindset. constantly spotting the little ways we can do things better, then making them happen

you’ll love this role if you...

• you’re currently a kitchen manager or senior sous chef eager to take the next step
• thrive working with fresh food
• love the energy of a busy service
• care about food, people and creating a safe space
• want the opportunity to grow into a head chef
• believe kitchens should be full of energy, passion and connection

what you’ll get

• a culture that backs your growth, wellbeing + individuality
• up to £3,000 annual bonus
• a share of tips*
• 50% off wagamama outside of work
• free meals on shift
• early access to earned pay with wagestream
• 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for new parents
• 30% off at our other brands (brunning & price pubs, barburrito + more)

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

in addition to this, we offer benefits such as: pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

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