senior sous chef - Be you, be wagamama: Celebrate your individuality in a non-conformist work c[...]

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Preston. This role emphasizes individuality and fosters a coaching culture, where you will lead a team dedicated to creating exceptional culinary experiences. With a focus on maintaining high standards and nurturing talent, you will play a vital role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a vibrant work atmosphere with numerous benefits, including free meals during shifts and early access to new menus. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food during shifts

50% off food outside of work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Training

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills to support and inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and maintain high food safety standards.
• Create a positive environment and ensure excellent guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Job Title: Senior Sous Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama

Celebrate your individuality in a non-conformist work culture. Immediate hiring in Preston, Lancashire.

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team. With over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it Be You, Be Wagamama. Our goal is to nourish both body and soul through our food.

The Role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring:

• A focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and equipped your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A commitment to building a coaching culture, recruitment, and ongoing development to foster personal and professional growth.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety, health, and safety, and financial management including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

Benefits:

• Share of tips (100% goes to the team, variable by restaurant).
• Free food during shifts, with 50% off outside of work to share with friends and family.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Additional benefits: pension scheme, training, cycle-to-work, gym discounts, long service awards.

Additional Information:

If successful, you will attend a 7-week training period in the UK, with travel and accommodation expenses covered.

*Tips are at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages.