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

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; 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 Wakefield. This role emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive environment while ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards. You'll be responsible for coaching your team, managing kitchen operations, and driving performance. With competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this is a fantastic opportunity for culinary leaders who thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about nurturing talent.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards for food preparation and safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

Financial Management

Job description

Senior Sous Chef - Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately), Wakefield

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Wakefield, United Kingdom

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, we celebrate differences and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Need to Do

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards for food preparation, safety, and hygiene, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing 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 in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• 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, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly on your feet.

What’s in It for You

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are at guests' discretion and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to be the first to try new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition program.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Please note: Tips are not guaranteed wages and are at guests' discretion. Tips vary by restaurant.

Note

If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. Please check our blog for more information.

Applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. Do not include bank or payment details in your application.

Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom