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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to foster a positive kitchen environment and drive performance. The role involves coaching a team, ensuring high standards in food preparation, and managing financial aspects effectively. Join a diverse team that values inclusivity and personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Creating a supportive environment and nurturing talent.
• Ensuring high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

Responsibilities include |

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development, and fostering professional growth.
• Problem-solving proactively and making quick, effective decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• A commitment to inclusivity, respect, and belonging.
• Effective problem-solving skills and quick decision-making.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like '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.

*Tips are distributed at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.