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

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where you will lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role emphasizes fostering a positive culture, maintaining high food safety standards, and developing your team's skills. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences while managing kitchen performance. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about food and team development, this is the perfect opportunity 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

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to maintain high standards in food and safety management.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the kitchen team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and team skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Milton Keynes

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for 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, 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 delivering outstanding results.

What You Need to Do

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions under pressure.

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 approach that makes your team feel supported.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively in response to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and adapt.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% goes to the team)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition programme as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.