senior sous chef - Diversity Embracing Environment (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; 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 Liverpool. This role emphasizes fostering a positive and inclusive environment while ensuring high standards in food preparation and safety. You will play a pivotal role in coaching and developing your team, driving performance, and managing kitchen finances. With a focus on problem-solving and quick decision-making, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant dining atmosphere. Join a company that values diversity and individuality, and enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

Paid parental leave

Provided chef whites

Exclusive Wagama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and nurture talent within your team.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences through high food standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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senior sous chef - Diversity Embracing Environment (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client: Wagamama

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Glasgow Central Area | Full Time

Wagamama celebrates diversity and individuality, 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Need To Do:

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards, including health and safety, and understand financial metrics such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive 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 environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven experience in maintaining food safety standards and managing kitchen finances.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering inclusivity and respect.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.

What’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 (tips are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Provided chef whites and exclusive Wagama parties
• National recognition as a Wok Star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are distributed at guest discretion; they are not guaranteed wages and vary by restaurant.