senior sous chef - Inclusive Leadership Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role involves inspiring leadership, maintaining high food safety standards, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. You will be responsible for coaching your team, managing kitchen financials, and fostering a positive work environment. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills to engage with the team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment and support team development.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety standards

Kitchen financial management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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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, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

Responsibilities |

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

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 the ability to have meaningful conversations with your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips; note tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion.
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• 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 and VIP events.
• Recognition programs such as being a nationwide 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.

*Tips are 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not guaranteed as part of wages.