senior sous chef - Exciting new restaurant opening (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An exciting new restaurant is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a talented kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating a supportive and positive work environment while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. As part of a dynamic team, you will drive performance and foster personal growth among your colleagues. With industry-leading benefits and a focus on nurturing talent, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant culinary journey. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect chance to shine in a forward-thinking establishment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition as a wok star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a head chef or senior sous chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment and support team development.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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senior sous chef - Exciting new restaurant opening (Hiring Immediately), liverpool

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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senior sous chef | full time

be part of our exciting new opening!

Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is celebrating individuality and personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What 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 management.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your head chef to recruit and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be 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.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial management in a kitchen.
• Ability to manage labor costs and react to changing demands effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and adapt.

What’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 and are at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First to experience new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams, varying by restaurant. Tips are at guest discretion and are not considered wages nor guaranteed.