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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Chester, where you will lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food safety and guest experience. Enjoy a supportive environment that values inclusivity and personal growth, with numerous benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday.

Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition programs such as 'Wok Star'.

Pension scheme.

Training.

Gym memberships.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in food safety and financial management of a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support in coaching and developing your team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive and Diverse Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), Chester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value 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 both body and soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to exceptional standards.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health & safety, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to foster a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Strong problem-solving skills, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with a genuine approach to supporting your team.
• Proven experience in food safety, health & safety, and financial management of a kitchen.
• Ability to manage labor 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 valued.

What’s In It For You

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, at guests' discretion).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading 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 for every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition programs such as 'Wok Star'.

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.

*Tips are voluntary and vary by restaurant; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.