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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team in a fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes creating a nurturing atmosphere, where team members feel valued and supported. As a key player, you will ensure exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards and financial performance. With a focus on coaching and development, you'll inspire your team to achieve excellence. Join a company that celebrates individuality and offers a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Paid parental leave

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills ensuring team support.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety and hygiene

Financial metrics understanding

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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive and Nurturing Team Culture (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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 differences and value personality over perfection—it's all about being yourself. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our journey to nourish both body and 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.

What You Will Do

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of financial metrics such as GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick thinking.

What’s In It for You

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go entirely to the team, vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips are discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.