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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef, where you'll lead a passionate kitchen team in creating exceptional dining experiences. This role offers the opportunity to nurture talent, maintain high food safety standards, and drive restaurant performance. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, free meals, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Be part of a vibrant team that celebrates individuality and culinary excellence.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety.
• Coach and develop team members to enhance their skills and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety standards

Kitchen financial management

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08.05.2025

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senior sous chef | full time

be part of our exciting new opening!

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be 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’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing 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. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture within management.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to exceptional standards, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety, and understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture, working with your head chef to recruit and develop your team, 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.
• Proven experience in maintaining spotless food, health, safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips
• 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)
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

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 proudly participates in the disability confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.