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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Doncaster is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire a kitchen team and maintain high standards in food and safety. This role emphasizes leadership and communication, fostering an inclusive workplace while driving restaurant performance. The successful candidate will enjoy various benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday.

Share of tips.

Free food on shift.

50% off outside work.

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition through nationwide wok star program.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

doncaster, 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

three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. with over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a senior sous chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviour in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team).
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First to try new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*All tips are at guests’ discretion and vary by restaurant; they are not guaranteed wages.