senior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role focuses on nurturing talent and ensuring exceptional guest experiences through high culinary standards. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, you'll inspire your team while managing the financial aspects of the kitchen. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

National recognition as a wok star

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Strong communication skills to support your team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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wagamama

Location:

kingston upon hull, east yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

Three decades of celebrating individuality, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, 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’ll be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for |

• 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.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, whether by your efforts or your team’s skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture, working with your head chef to recruit and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

Additional qualifications |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in 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 thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Solution-oriented mindset, capable of quick and effective decision-making.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free shift meals from our menu plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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