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

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Stevenage. This role emphasizes individuality and creativity, allowing you to foster a positive environment while leading a kitchen team. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety, driving restaurant performance, and nurturing talent within your team. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced culinary environment. Enjoy perks like a bonus scheme, free meals, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000/year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and team development.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Team Development

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Senior Sous Chef - Celebrate Individuality and Creativity in Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately), Stevenage

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stevenage

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and individuality. We value personality over perfection—be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both the body and the soul.

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 will do:

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team development.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Think proactively to solve problems and make quick decisions.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary.