senior sous chef - celebrate individuality and creativity in culinary leadership (Hiring Immedi[...]

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; 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 in Cardiff. This role emphasizes individuality and creativity, allowing you to inspire your team while ensuring exceptional culinary standards. You will be responsible for fostering a positive work environment, coaching your team, and managing kitchen operations efficiently. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced culinary setting. Join a company that values your contributions and offers exciting perks, including a generous bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant individuals

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with the team.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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senior sous chef - celebrate individuality and creativity in culinary leadership (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and creativity in culinary leadership, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to exceptional standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging in considerate and supportive conversations with your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financial performance, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and they belong.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of the tips.
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% outside of work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals.
• Be the first to try our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
• National recognition as a Wok Star through our programme.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.