senior sous chef - Inclusive and nurturing team culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef at a renowned dining establishment. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, allowing you to foster a positive atmosphere while leading a talented kitchen team. With a focus on maintaining high food safety standards and delivering exceptional guest experiences, you will play a crucial role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and access to earnings before payday, while being part of a company that values respect and inclusivity. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic culinary environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

VIP guest events

Pension and holidays

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Finances

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senior sous chef - Inclusive and nurturing team culture (Hiring Immediately), crawley, west sussex

Client: wagamama

Location: crawley, west sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. We are looking for 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You’ll Do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding kitchen finances.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

What’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 vary and are at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents).
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Additional benefits include pension, holidays, training, cycle-to-work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; they vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.