senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Reading is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their team. The role emphasizes leadership, team development, and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will foster a positive atmosphere while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

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.
• Strong communication skills for effective team support.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Ensure high food, health, and safety standards.
• Support team development and restaurant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

reading, 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

We are looking for a senior sous chef to join our team at wagamama, a company that celebrates diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we prioritize personality over perfection — be yourself, be wagamama.

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 achieve their best, while also 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 modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to exceptional standards, either through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Ensure your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards are maintained at the highest level, and understand the financial aspects including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, with a focus on performance and positive leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team effectively.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance metrics such as gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth and development.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think on your feet.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience 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 program

We also 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 proudly participates in the disability confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not guaranteed wages.