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

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef in Worcester, where you will lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and personal expression, allowing you to inspire your team while driving restaurant performance. With a focus on creating a positive atmosphere, you will ensure that every team member feels valued and respected. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and free meals during shifts. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a celebrated dining establishment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

VIP events and parties

Recognition programs

Pension scheme and discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team, ensuring high performance.
• Manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

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

col-narrow-left

Client:

wagamama

Location:

worcester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

Three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a senior sous chef, you’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to be the best they can be while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and react to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities to inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and they belong.
• Problem-solving skills, able to think quickly and make decisions.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are at guests' discretion and not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift and 50% outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 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 and VIP events.
• Recognition programs nationwide.

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.