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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Glasgow, where you'll foster a positive team environment and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You'll lead a kitchen team, maintain high food safety standards, and be part of an inclusive culture that celebrates individuality.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Participation in company parties and events

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and developing the team to their full potential.
• Maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

glasgow, 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 encourage individuality. 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 |

You will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. Your responsibilities include coaching and developing your team to their full potential, driving restaurant performance, and ensuring excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the head chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick, effective decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and health & safety.
• Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance, including GP and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering their growth and development.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and adapt.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Participation in wagamama parties and events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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 at guests' discretion and vary; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.