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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Coventry, where you will inspire and lead your team while ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest experience. Enjoy a diverse workplace culture with numerous benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Gym memberships

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading a kitchen team and driving performance.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

coventry, 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

We have over three decades of experience embracing diversity and celebrating individuality. At Wagamama, we value personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture within management.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards in your kitchen. Understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities for improvement.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef to recruit and develop talent, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What we look for |

• An experienced head chef or senior sous chef with a proven track record in leading a kitchen team and driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in genuine conversations with consideration and care, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick, effective decisions.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be among the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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.

*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.