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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Watford is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. This role involves fostering a positive work environment, ensuring high food standards, and driving performance in a fast-paced setting. The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive culture that encourages personal and professional growth, alongside competitive perks and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to wages before payday via wagestream

Tips sharing

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Wag whites provided

Wagamama parties and recognition programs

Pension

Training

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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

Client: wagamama

Location: watford, hertfordshire, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and encourage individuality. We are seeking a senior sous chef to join our team, supporting our mission to 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver 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 considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience ensuring high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, supporting personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making abilities.

What we offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access to wages before payday via wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Wag whites provided
• Wagamama parties and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, discounts, and awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages.