senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Senior Sous Chef, where you'll lead a team, ensure high food standards, and foster an inclusive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits including a bonus scheme, early access to earnings, and generous family policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free shift food from our menu

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension scheme

Holiday and training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to uphold high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards.
• Build a coaching culture, working closely with the Head Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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12.05.2025

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senior sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value 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 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 delivering excellent results.

What you will do |

• 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 food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

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 genuine, caring conversations, ensuring team support and engagement.
• Proven ability to uphold high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay 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

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not guaranteed wages.