senior sous chef - Inclusive Company Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading company in the restaurant industry is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team in Wakefield. This role emphasizes creating a positive work environment, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a passion for coaching, and a commitment to excellence in guest experience. Join a vibrant team that values inclusivity and personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Pension schemes

Holiday leave

Training

Cycle-to-work schemes

Retail and leisure discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a head chef or senior sous chef leading a kitchen team.
• Proven experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure excellent guest experience and high food standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Coaching

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

wakefield, 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

Three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish everyone 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.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role-modeling a coaching culture within the management team.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety, and understand the financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs. Proactively spot opportunities as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Are focused on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, and 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 |

• An experienced head chef or senior sous chef leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in genuine conversations with consideration and care, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
• An inspiring leader who motivates their team to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belonging.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips.
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family.
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents).
• Be the first to try our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program.

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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. Tips are left at guests’ discretion and are not considered wages or guaranteed by the company.