Senior Sous Chef | Lead a Busy Kitchen + Tips

wagamama; West of England; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £3,000

Tips share

50% off wagamama outside of work

Free meals on shift

Early access to earned pay with Wagest

Family leave pay (26 weeks full pay +

Job summary

wagamama in Bristol is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to run the pass, lead the team and bring the buzz to a fast-paced kitchen. You will be responsible for maintaining top food quality and a vibrant service, mentoring junior chefs and stepping in to prep and problem-solve as needed.

The role offers a base salary of £40,600 plus a £3,000 bonus and tips, with a clear path toward head-chef progression within a supportive, energetic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a busy service.
• Strong focus on food quality and kitchen vibes.
• Ability to mentor chefs and drive continuous improvement.
• Proactive mindset to identify and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Run the pass, lead the team and manage service.
• Maintain high food quality and kitchen energy.
• Mentor chefs and support their growth.
• Handle prep, problem solving, and pace during busy shifts.
• Apply Kaizen principles to optimise operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Food quality control

Mentoring

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama in Bristol is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to run the pass, lead the team and bring the buzz to a fast-paced kitchen. You will be responsible for maintaining top food quality and a vibrant service, mentoring junior chefs and stepping in to prep and problem-solve as needed.

The role offers a base salary of £40,600 plus a £3,000 bonus and tips, with a clear path toward head-chef progression within a supportive, energetic environment.