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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Woking. In this role, you will lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and a supportive environment for your team. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will drive performance and maintain high standards in food safety and financial management. This position offers a nurturing culture and various benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about creating a positive dining experience and developing talent, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

National recognition program as a Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills focused on supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Woking, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be 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 focus on considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience maintaining high food, health, safety standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.

Wagamama’s benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, left at guest's discretion, not guaranteed wages)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 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 with VIP guests
• National recognition program as a 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 Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are left at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.