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

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; 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 emphasizes fostering individuality and diversity while maintaining high standards in food quality and safety. You will inspire and develop your team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and driving restaurant performance. With a focus on collaboration and coaching, you will play a pivotal role in creating a supportive atmosphere. Join this innovative firm and enjoy a range of perks, including a bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Tips share

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Paid parental leave

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven track record of maintaining high food and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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wagamama

Location:

worcester, United Kingdom

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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 individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and 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 coach and develop your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Are committed to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring each dish meets high standards and empowering your team with necessary skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, collaborating with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Are a proactive problem solver, quick to make decisions and adapt to changing circumstances.

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, capable of having thoughtful, supportive conversations.
• Proven track record of maintaining high food, health, safety, and financial standards.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Passion for fostering an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Forward-thinking and adaptable problem-solving skills.

What we offer |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift meals from our menu, with 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites for shifts
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.