senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading company in the restaurant industry is seeking a senior sous chef to join their team in Bedford. The ideal candidate will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment while ensuring high standards of food and safety. This role involves coaching the kitchen team, maintaining financial performance, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. The company values diversity and inclusivity, offering a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday with wagestream

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Participation in company parties and events

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and equip team with necessary skills.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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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 help us 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 to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring approach that ensures your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• 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 teams to excel in their roles and careers.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, varying by restaurant, at guests' discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Participation in wagamama parties and events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

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.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary, not guaranteed or considered wages.