senior sous chef - Inclusive Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in York. This role emphasizes fostering a positive environment, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving restaurant performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a commitment to inclusivity. Wagamama offers various benefits, including a bonus scheme, flexible pay options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Free on-shift food and 50% off outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Provided chef whites for each shift

National recognition as a Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment for the team.
• Manage kitchen standards including food safety and financial performance.
• Build a coaching culture and develop team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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12.05.2025

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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 from bowl to 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 to achieve excellence while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Will Do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an outstanding guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards, including food safety, health standards, and financial performance such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef to recruit and develop team members.
• Think proactively to solve problems quickly and effectively.

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 and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Knowledge of kitchen financials including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What We Offer |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Tips shared among team members.
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Provided chef whites for each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition as a Wok Star.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion and vary by restaurant; they are not guaranteed wages and do not constitute part of the employee's wages.