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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant setting. This role emphasizes creating an inclusive culture where team members are nurtured and developed. You will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards, managing kitchen finances, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. With a focus on leadership and problem-solving, you'll inspire your team to excel in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values individuality and offers a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Annual parties with VIP guests

Nationwide recognition as a wok star

Pension scheme and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef.
• Strong communication skills to support team engagement.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials Management

Team Development

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08.05.2025

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22.06.2025

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senior sous chef | full time

three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. with over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a senior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl, to soul.

the role |

as a senior sous chef, you’ll 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 feel cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modelling a coaching culture within management.
• are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either by your efforts or by empowering your team with skills and mindset.
• are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• are focused on building a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

what we look for |

• experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• strong communication skills with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
• experience maintaining high food, health, safety standards, and managing kitchen financials including gross profit and stock control.
• ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow and thrive.
• passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions.

wok’s in it for you |

• bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• access up to 30% of earnings before pay day via wagestream
• share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, left at guest's discretion, not guaranteed)
• free food on shift from our menu and 50% outside work for friends and family
• industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• early access to new menus
• dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• annual wagamama parties with VIP guests
• nationwide recognition as a wok star through our programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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