senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Brighton, where you will lead a kitchen team, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and foster a positive environment. This role offers opportunities for personal growth, competitive bonuses, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free shift food with 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills for meaningful interactions.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring environment and support team development.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and food safety.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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 seeking 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What you |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick, effective decisions.

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, capable of meaningful, considerate conversations with your team.
• Proven ability to uphold high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive and develop.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone belongs.
• A forward-thinking approach, able to think on your feet and solve problems quickly.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips.
• Free shift food from our menu, with 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are distributed to our teams; tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.