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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Manchester is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to foster a positive team environment while ensuring high standards in food preparation and safety. This role involves coaching staff, managing kitchen performance, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a commitment to inclusivity. Competitive benefits include a bonus scheme, flexible pay options, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Annual Wagamama parties

Recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Pension scheme

Holiday and training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and nurture talent within your team.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain food safety and understand kitchen financials.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

manchester, 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

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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What you will do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when necessary.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

What we offer |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to our teams).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Annual Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition through our nationwide 'Wok Star' program.

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; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.