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

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role emphasizes creating a positive work culture, maintaining high food standards, and coaching team members for success. With a focus on inclusivity and personal growth, this position offers a dynamic work environment and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension scheme

Holiday and training

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills ensuring team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.
• Ensure every dish is prepared to exceptional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

stoke-on-trent, 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 us all 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. prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture within the management team.
• are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• are experienced in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• are focused on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef to build a strong team from recruitment through ongoing development, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

what we look for |

• experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance through positive behavior in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• strong communication skills, capable of having real conversations with consideration and care, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• experience understanding and managing the financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit and stock control.
• ability to manage labor costs and react to changing demands.
• leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to nourish and flourish in their roles and careers.
• passion for creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and they belong.
• forward-thinking problem-solving skills, able to think on your feet and 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 tips
• free food on shift – anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends and family
• industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• be the first to experience our new menus
• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• nationwide recognition as a wok star – our national recognition program

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

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*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.