senior sous chef - Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team in a dynamic environment. This role emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere while ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for nurturing talent, and the ability to manage kitchen financials effectively. With exciting perks like a generous bonus scheme and opportunities for personal growth, this position promises a rewarding career for those who thrive in fast-paced settings.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Strong communication skills to support team engagement.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and guest experience.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bristol, 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

Three decades of celebrating diversity and individuality. At wagamama, we value personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join our journey to nourish from bowl to 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 to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, collaborating with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow and succeed.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and they belong.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think on your feet.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream.
• Share of tips (note: tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Be the first to try our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work 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 our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not guaranteed wages.