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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Senior Sous Chef at a leading restaurant chain that values diversity and individuality. In this role, you'll inspire your team while ensuring the highest standards in food preparation and guest experience. With a focus on continuous coaching and development, you'll drive performance and foster a positive kitchen culture. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and family-friendly policies. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free on-shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support and lead the team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the kitchen team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and food safety.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety and Hygiene

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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08.05.2025

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22.06.2025

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Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, emphasizing personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Will Do |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick 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 environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine, considerate conversations ensuring your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow in their roles and careers.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belonging.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and effectively.

Benefits |

• 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, vary by restaurant, at guest discretion)
• Free on-shift food from our menu, with 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs such as 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension, 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.