senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Warrington, where you'll inspire your team while maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on inclusivity and personal growth, you'll be part of a vibrant culture that values its staff. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition as a wok star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment and promote a coaching culture.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Posted:

12.05.2025

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26.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish both the body and soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What you will do |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and appreciated, promoting a coaching culture within management.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

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, capable of having considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience ensuring high standards in food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking and quick decision-making skills.

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
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star through our programme

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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.