senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team in Bradford. The role emphasizes creating a supportive environment, maintaining high food quality standards, and fostering personal growth. Join a dynamic team that values inclusivity and exceptional guest experiences, with benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

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

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

National recognition program—'Become a Wok Star'

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Ability to maintain high standards of food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support coaching and development to help team excel.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately), Bradford

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection—it's all about being you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we're on a journey to nourish 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'll support ongoing coaching and development to help your team excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment where your team feels valued and celebrated.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high standards in food quality.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven track record in maintaining high standards of food safety and financial performance.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.

What’s In It For You

• Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 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 each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• National recognition program—"Become a Wok Star".

Additionally, 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.

*All tips are distributed at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages.