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

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive environment while maintaining exceptional food quality and safety standards. You'll play a crucial role in coaching your team, driving restaurant performance, and ensuring an outstanding guest experience. With a variety of perks including a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for personal and professional growth in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and kitchen safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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senior sous chef - Inclusive Culture and Team Development (Hiring Immediately), stoke-on-trent

Client: wagamama

Location: stoke-on-trent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, 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 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 outstanding results.

We are looking for someone who |

• Creates a caring and supportive environment, celebrates successes, and nurtures talent, role modeling a coaching culture within management
• Ensures an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills
• Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Builds a coaching culture, working 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 as a head chef or senior sous chef in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring the team feels supported
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering an inclusive environment
• Problem-solving skills with a forward-thinking mindset

Wag’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, 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
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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.

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