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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Senior Sous Chef in Milton Keynes. You'll lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food safety and guest experience while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. This role offers a variety of benefits and a chance to grow within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to Wagestream for up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition as a Wok Star

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive and Diverse Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), Milton Keynes

Client: Wagamama

Location: Milton Keynes

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring:

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A commitment to building a strong, professional team through recruitment and development.
• A proactive problem-solver, capable of making quick decisions on your feet.

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 and considerate approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access to Wagestream for up to 30% of earnings before payday
• Tips share
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension, 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 guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.