senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to foster a positive kitchen environment and drive team performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a commitment to high standards, and a passion for inclusivity. Benefits include a bonus scheme, early wage access, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to wages before payday via Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Wagamama

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. We are seeking 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, fostering 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 achieving excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having honest and caring conversations, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow professionally and personally.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to wages before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team; amounts vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expecting or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are given at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages or considered part of salary.