senior sous chef - Diversity Embracing Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and diverse culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef, where your leadership will inspire and nurture talent. In this dynamic role, you will ensure exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will drive performance and foster a positive atmosphere in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and opportunities to innovate with new menus. Embrace the chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values individuality and teamwork.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment and coach your kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation and safety.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Telford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 difference and value personality over perfection—it's about being you, being 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What you will do:

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial performance of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

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 the ability to have genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial aspects such as gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering inclusivity and respect.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and effectively.

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 the team)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.