senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join Wagamama as a Senior Sous Chef in Portsmouth, where you will lead a kitchen team, foster a supportive culture, and drive performance. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies in a vibrant restaurant environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Uniforms provided

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support coaching and development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately), portsmouth, hampshire

Client: wagamama

Location: portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing from bowl to soul.

The Role:

You will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests, supporting continuous coaching and development, and driving restaurant performance to achieve excellent results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, with a focus on care and support for your team
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards, and understanding of kitchen financials
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities

What’s In It For You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• Opportunities to experience new menus and participate in company events
• Uniforms provided, discounts, and awards

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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