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

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; 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 and foster an inclusive culture. In this full-time role, you will inspire your team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high food safety standards. This innovative firm offers a vibrant work environment where your leadership can shine, and your contributions directly impact restaurant performance. With a commitment to diversity and personal growth, this role is perfect for someone passionate about culinary excellence and team development. Join us and be a part of something special!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Participation in company parties

Recognition programs

Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Experience as a head chef or senior sous chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to inspire teams.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment and maintain high standards in dish preparation.
• Drive restaurant performance and foster team development.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem Solving

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

worcester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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

We celebrate diversity and individuality, emphasizing personality over perfection—at wagamama, we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

Responsibilities |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build a coaching culture within your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be 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, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
• Proven track record of maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to flourish.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Forward-thinking with quick decision-making skills.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream.
• Share of tips (100% go to teams, varies by restaurant, discretionary, not wages).
• Free food on shift from our menu, 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 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.
• Participation in wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, 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.