senior sous chef - Inclusive and Diverse Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. This role focuses on maintaining high food safety standards, fostering a coaching culture, and ensuring an outstanding guest experience. Join a dynamic environment where your leadership can shine and contribute to the restaurant's success.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to Wagestream for early earnings

Free shift meals

50% off outside work

Paid parental leave

Provided chef whites

Recognition programs

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team and driving performance.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous coaching and development of the team.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Senior Sous Chef | Full-Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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 support continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to ensuring an outstanding guest experience and maintaining high standards in food preparation.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team and driving performance in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

Benefits for You

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to Wagestream for early earnings.
• Tips sharing.
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Provided chef whites and exclusive events.
• Recognition programs and various discounts.

We also offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle schemes, gym discounts, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, not guaranteed, and do not constitute wages.