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

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; 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 restaurant. In this role, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional food quality and a positive environment. With a commitment to diversity and personal development, you'll drive performance while fostering a culture of coaching and support. Enjoy a range of perks, including a bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and family-friendly policies. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic setting where your culinary skills and leadership will shine.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free on-shift food

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Kitchen Financial Management

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08.05.2025

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Senior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development to help your team excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment that celebrates successes and nurtures talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring each dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Maintain impeccable food safety and hygiene standards, understand the financial aspects of the kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities for improvement.
• Are dedicated to building a coaching culture within your team, collaborating with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decisive action.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a track record of driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow and succeed.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, effective decisions.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips
• Free on-shift food from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*All tips are given at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.