senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Peterborough is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest experience. The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and maintaining a positive work environment. Join a vibrant team committed to culinary excellence and inclusivity, with numerous 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 work.

26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant parents.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Pension schemes.

Holiday allowance.

Retail and leisure discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

peterborough, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture within management.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance through positive actions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively, adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team to excel and grow.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• A proactive problem solver capable of quick thinking.

Wok’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 are guest discretionary and not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus.
• 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 schemes, holiday allowance, 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.

*Tips are at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.