senior sous chef - Inclusive Culture and Team Development (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary world is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team. This role emphasizes fostering a positive environment and delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for inclusivity, and a commitment to excellence. Join a forward-thinking company that values personality and diversity, offering a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic kitchen setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support and coach your team to excel while driving restaurant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive Culture and Team Development (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we 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 and coach your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Ability to foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and appreciated, promoting a coaching culture.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring high standards in dish preparation.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven track record in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of financial performance, including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Ability to think proactively and solve problems efficiently.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

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.

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