senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef at Wagamama in Bath. You will inspire your team, maintain high food standards, and create a positive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits including a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Free shift meals plus 50% discount outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents

Provided chef whites each shift

Recognition as a nationwide 'wok star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Creating a supportive environment where the team feels valued.
• Maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Building a coaching culture and fostering professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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bath, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.05.2025

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26.06.2025

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Job Description:

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 looking for 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 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 exceptional results.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a caring, supportive environment where your team feels valued and celebrated. Prioritizing talent development and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensuring an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Being a proactive problem solver, able to make quick, effective decisions.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills that foster consideration and support.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Capability to manage labor costs adaptively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making ability.

What we offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free shift meals from our menu plus 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunities to try new menus first
• Provided chef whites each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'wok star'

Additional benefits include pension, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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