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

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role emphasizes personal growth and team development, ensuring every dish meets high standards while fostering a positive workplace culture. You'll be at the forefront of driving performance, coaching your team, and maintaining exceptional food safety standards. With a commitment to inclusivity and support, this position offers the chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced setting. Join a company that values your contributions and rewards your efforts with competitive benefits and a supportive community.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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wagamama

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Warrington, Cheshire

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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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking 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, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture within the management team.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Are focused on building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop a strong team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

What we look for |

• An experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviors in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, quick on your feet.

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 go directly to our teams, vary by restaurant, at guest discretion, not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our Wok Star 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.