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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Stockport. The role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food safety, and driving performance. The company values inclusivity and offers a range of benefits including bonuses and flexible working policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

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

Tips share

Free shift meals

50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites for each shift

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Coach and develop your team to excel.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Food Safety

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom

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 difference and value personality over perfection—it's all about being you. 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 will be an inspirational leader, creating 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 excellent results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Knowledge of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A proactive problem solver who can make quick decisions.

What We Offer:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites for each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages nor guaranteed.