senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Preston is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team and foster a positive environment. The role involves coaching, driving performance, and ensuring high standards in food and safety. Join a culture that values personality and offers a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to wagestream for early earnings

Tips sharing

Free shift meals and discounts for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Opportunities to try new menus

Uniforms provided

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to foster a supportive team atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Support coaching and developing your team to excel.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately), preston, lancashire

Client: wagamama

Location: preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a senior sous chef to join our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a senior sous chef, you'll be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You'll support coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, fostering a supportive team atmosphere
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture, supporting personal and professional growth
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities

What we offer:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access to wagestream for early earnings
• Tips sharing
• Free shift meals and discounts for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunities to try new menus and participate in wagamama events
• Uniforms provided, recognition programs, and more benefits

We also provide pension schemes, holidays, training, discounts, and awards. wagamama is proud to be part of the disability confident program.

*Tips are at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.