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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their team in Leicester. The role focuses on leadership, fostering a positive environment, and maintaining high standards in food preparation. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The company offers a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, along with various benefits including a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift

Annual wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension

Holiday

Training

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Posted:

12.05.2025

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26.06.2025

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senior sous chef | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a senior sous chef, you will be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring, listening environment that celebrates successes and nurtures talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards and understand the financial performance of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver capable of quick decision-making.

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 a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to our team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Annual wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

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

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Wagamama proudly participates in the disability confident scheme.