senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Chelmsford. You will lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and safety while fostering a positive and inclusive environment. Join us to inspire your team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips (100% goes to the team)

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

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

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

National recognition program as a Wok Star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation.
• Build a coaching culture within your team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Need To Do

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation, supporting your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• 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, able to have considerate and caring conversations with your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% goes to the team, varies by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition program as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted 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 and are left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.