senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading company in the culinary sector is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team in London. This role focuses on creating a positive work environment while ensuring exceptional food quality and guest experiences. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to team development and possess strong leadership skills. Join a culture that celebrates diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

Industry leading family friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communicator ensuring team feels heard and supported.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure food, health, and safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

london, 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

We are looking for a senior sous chef to join our team at wagamama, a company that celebrates differences and values personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we aim to nourish from bowl to 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

if you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and your team equipped with necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are focused on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

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 conversations that ensure your team feels supported and heard.
• Experience maintaining high standards in 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 your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A proactive problem solver, quick to think and act.

wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our program.

We also offer pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

be you be wagamama

Wagamama proudly participates in the disability confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to the team. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.