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

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where you'll lead a dynamic kitchen team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences. This role emphasizes fostering a supportive and inclusive environment while maintaining high culinary standards. With opportunities for professional development and a robust bonus scheme, this position is perfect for passionate culinary leaders eager to make a difference. Enjoy benefits like free meals, family-friendly policies, and recognition for your contributions. If you're ready to inspire and drive performance in a vibrant setting, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Participation in events

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and health.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

derby, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

We are looking for a senior sous chef to join our team at wagamama, a brand with over 165 restaurants dedicated to nourishing both body and soul. We celebrate individuality and prioritize personality over perfection, embracing diversity and inclusion.

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.

if you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and equipped your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience ensuring food safety, health standards, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture, recruiting, and developing your team professionally and personally.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

what we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a considerate and supportive approach.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

wok’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 are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Participation in wagamama parties and events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

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

be you be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are entirely at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and do not constitute wages or guarantees.