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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive work culture, ensuring high food standards, and driving restaurant performance. Join a diverse team that values individuality and excellence in guest experience.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Annual parties with VIP guests

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

sheffield, south yorkshire, 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’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.

if you |

• focus on creating a positive environment where your team feel cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture within management
• are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards, supported by your team’s skills and mindset
• are experienced in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• are committed to building a coaching culture, recruiting, and developing your team, fostering personal and professional growth
• are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet

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 genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported
• experience maintaining food, health, safety standards
• knowledge of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control
• 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 everyone feels respected and belongs
• a proactive problem solver, quick thinker

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, at guest discretion, not guaranteed)
• free food on shift from our menu, 50% off outside work for friends and family
• industry-leading family policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• early access to new menus
• dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• annual wagamama parties with VIP guests
• national recognition as a wok star

Additional benefits include pension, 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 guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.