senior sous chef - Diversity Embracing Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a diverse kitchen team. This full-time role emphasizes a positive work culture, fostering talent, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will manage kitchen standards, drive performance, and make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment. The company values individuality and inclusivity, providing a supportive atmosphere for professional growth. With competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving restaurant environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Provided chef whites

Participation in company parties

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment for your team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Financial Management

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

maidstone, 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 |glasgow central area | full time

We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team. At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, emphasizing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we aim to nourish both the body and 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 achieve excellence while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a caring and supportive environment for your team, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
• Ensuring an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Managing kitchen standards, including health and safety, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, recruiting, and developing team members, and fostering professional growth.
• Problem-solving and making quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive leadership.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Inspiring leadership qualities that motivate and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to team members)
• Free food on shift, with 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Provided chef whites for shifts
• Participation in company parties and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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.