senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. This full-time role emphasizes creating a positive work environment, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership qualities and a passion for inclusivity. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, free meals, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday.

Free food on shift with 50% off outside work.

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Pension scheme.

Training and cycle-to-work scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills to ensure team support.
• Proven experience in maintaining high food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Drive restaurant performance and develop team potential.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately), gloucester

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection—it's all about being yourself, 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'll support in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modelling a coaching culture within management.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, collaborating with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Financial understanding of kitchen operations, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate teams to thrive.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A proactive problem solver, quick thinker.

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 vary by restaurant, at guest discretion, not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. Variations exist per restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages, nor are they guaranteed.