senior sous chef - Inclusive and Celebratory Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team in a fast-paced environment. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive workplace culture while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on developing their team and driving restaurant performance. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, this position offers exciting benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates culinary creativity!

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Shared tips

Free food on shift

50% discount for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support and engage the team.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to achieve performance excellence.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Compliance

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 differences 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 our team and contribute to nourishing our community from bowl to 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having considerate and caring conversations, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food, health, and safety compliance.
• Understanding of financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, with the ability to spot opportunities for improvement.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and adapt to changing demands.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Shared tips
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% discount outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading 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 each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, training opportunities, 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. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.