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

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

Job summary

Wagamama is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team in Brighton. This role emphasizes fostering a positive environment, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving restaurant performance. With a focus on inclusivity and respect, the ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills. Join a vibrant team that values individuality and personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work

Paid parental leave

Provision of chef whites

National recognition as a wok star

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Training

Discounts and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and nurture talent.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and team development.
• Maintain food safety and understand kitchen financials.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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wagamama

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brighton, United Kingdom

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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 individuality, emphasizing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and soul.

The role |

The Senior Sous Chef will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for both staff and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

Responsibilities include |

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety, and understanding financial metrics such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, involved in recruitment and ongoing professional development.
• Being a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to uphold food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Forward-thinking, quick decision-making skills.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Early access to new menus
• Provision of chef whites
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.