senior sous chef - Diversity Embracing Environment (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; 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 a vibrant environment. This role emphasizes the importance of fostering a positive atmosphere, maintaining exceptional food standards, and driving team performance. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, you will play a key role in shaping the guest experience and coaching your team to success. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition through Wok Star program

Pension scheme and holiday benefits

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 the team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain health and safety standards and manage costs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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Senior Sous Chef - Diversity Embracing Environment (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: wagamama

Location: Brighton, 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

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Glasgow central area | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team on 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, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you will do |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and 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 development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.

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.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expecting or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition through our Wok Star program.

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary; they are not considered wages nor guaranteed.