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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Leeds, where you will inspire your team and ensure exceptional dining experiences. Embrace a culture that values diversity and fosters talent development. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and industry-leading 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 outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Training programs

Cycle-to-work scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Strong communication skills to ensure team feels supported.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure every dish is prepared to exceptional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, 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 are looking for a senior sous chef to join our team at wagamama, a brand with over 165 restaurants committed to celebrating differences and fostering an inclusive environment. Our philosophy is about appreciating personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating a positive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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 reach their full potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If 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.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to exceptional standards, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining high food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef to build a strong team from recruitment through ongoing development.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance through positive actions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported and heard.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• An inspiring leader who can motivate their team to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• A proactive problem solver who can think quickly and effectively.

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 (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy, including 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 for every shift
• Participation in wagamama parties and events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, training programs, 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.