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

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field seeks a Senior Sous Chef to lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes nurturing a positive atmosphere while ensuring high standards of food and safety. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, driving performance through a supportive approach. With a commitment to excellence, this position offers exciting perks, including a bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Join a team that values personality over perfection and be part of an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support coaching and development of kitchen staff.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Understanding

Problem-Solving

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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive and nurturing team culture (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: wagamama

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full-time

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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 achieving excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having considerate and caring conversations, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Problem-solving skills, quick decision-making ability.

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 go directly to teams, vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition program as a wok star

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.