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

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes fostering a positive culture, ensuring exceptional food quality, and maintaining high health standards. You will inspire and develop your team while managing the financial aspects of the kitchen. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive atmosphere. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates success, making a meaningful impact on both guests and team members.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings via Wagestream

Tips sharing

Free food during shifts

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition program

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and nurture talent within the team.
• Maintain high food quality and health standards.
• Manage kitchen financials and labor costs effectively.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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wagamama

Location:

london, United Kingdom

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Other

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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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a senior sous chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational 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.

Responsibilities include |

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and quality.
• Maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, working with the head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• Being a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Inspiring leadership that motivates teams to thrive and develop.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and agility in decision-making.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream before payday.
• Tips sharing.
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 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 events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program.

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, 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 wages, nor are they guaranteed.