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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef who values personal growth and team development. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment while fostering a positive culture. With a commitment to coaching and development, you will drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results. The position comes with a competitive bonus scheme, early earnings access, and generous discounts. Join a vibrant team that celebrates individuality and offers a range of benefits, including industry-leading family-friendly policies and recognition programs.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to Wagestream

Share of tips

Free shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition programs

Qualifications

• Erfahrung als Küchenleiter oder Senior Sous Chef erforderlich.
• Verpflichtung zur Förderung einer Coaching-Kultur.

Responsibilities

• Inspirierender Leiter, der ein positives Umfeld für Team und Gäste schafft.
• Unterstützung der kontinuierlichen Entwicklung des Teams.

Skills

Führungskompetenz in der Küche

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Kenntnis der Lebensmittelsicherheit

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Senior Sous Chef - Emphasis on Personal Growth and Team Development (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

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 an ability to have genuine conversations and support your team
• Knowledge of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• A commitment to fostering a coaching culture and supporting personal and professional growth within your team
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions

What we offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year
• Access to Wagestream for early earnings
• Share of tips
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and national recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary.