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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role emphasizes creating an inclusive environment, maintaining high food standards, and supporting team development. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, free meals, 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.

26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

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 the team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

glasgow, 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 while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

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 the ability to have considerate and caring conversations, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to manage labour costs and respond to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow professionally and personally.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills, able to think quickly and effectively.

Wag’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, at guests' discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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.