senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Newcastle upon Tyne. You'll lead a kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and an exceptional guest experience. Enjoy a supportive culture that values personality and encourages growth. The role offers a competitive bonus and various perks, including free shift food and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free shift food

Family-friendly policies

Uniforms provided

Regular team parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support in coaching and developing your team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately), newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear

Client: wagamama

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, 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, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience and maintaining high standards in food quality.
• Experience in food safety, health and safety standards, and financial understanding including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.

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 approach.
• Proven experience in food safety, financial management, and team leadership.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Ability to inspire and engage your team.

What’s In It for You:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team).
• Free shift food from our menu and discounts outside work.
• Family-friendly policies including extended paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus and branded events.
• Uniforms provided, regular team parties, and nationwide recognition programs.

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.