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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Sous Chef, where you will lead and inspire a talented kitchen crew in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role focuses on creating a positive atmosphere, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. You will play a crucial role in developing your team while managing kitchen performance and financials. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, the company offers a supportive culture and numerous benefits, including a bonus scheme and generous parental leave policies. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Participation in company parties

Pension benefits

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to inclusivity.
• Proven track record in food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to achieve performance goals.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Team Development

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

We are looking for someone who |

• Creates a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensures an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understands financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spots opportunities.
• Builds a coaching culture within the team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Is a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to have meaningful, considerate conversations, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven track record of maintaining high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering growth and development.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills and agility in decision-making.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme of up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus and dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Participation in Wagamama parties and national recognition programs.
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards, and more.

Be you, be Wagameama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Note: 100% of tips go to the team. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.