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

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a dynamic kitchen team. In this full-time role, you will create a supportive environment, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. Your leadership will drive restaurant performance and foster personal growth within your team. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity, offering a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Paid leave for expectant parents

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

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wagamama

Location:

wakefield, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You’ll 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 team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions on your feet.

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 genuine conversations that support and support your team.
• Experience ensuring high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, left at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs such as 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.