senior sous chef - Emphasis on Personal Growth and Team Development (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where your leadership will inspire a team dedicated to excellence. You will create a nurturing environment that celebrates personal growth while ensuring high standards in food safety and guest experience. With a focus on coaching and development, you will drive restaurant performance and foster a culture of inclusivity. Enjoy a range of perks, including a bonus scheme and generous time off for expectant parents, all while being part of a vibrant culinary community. If you’re passionate about food and people, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and health.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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08.05.2025

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22.06.2025

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senior sous chef | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and equipped your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining high standards of food safety and health, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are 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, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health.
• Understanding of financial performance including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to flourish.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Ability to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

Wok’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 vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

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 the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.