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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Ipswich is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive work culture while ensuring high standards of food safety and performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment and a passion for inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Pension scheme

Holiday

Training

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Strong communication skills to support team engagement.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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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 differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate differences. We appreciate 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’ll 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 as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and react to changing demands.
• Aspiring to inspire and engage your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of the tips (note: tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary).
• Free food on shift from our menu, and 50% off outside work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.