Senior Sous Chef | Lead Kitchen, Grow to Head Chef

wagamama; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to £3,000

Tips share

50% off Wagamama outside of work

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access (wagestream)

Parental leave 26/ weeks full pay / 13

30% off at related brands

Pension

Holiday

Training

Cycle to work

Discounts

Long service awards

Job summary

wagamama in Chelmsford is seeking a senior sous chef to run the pass, lead the team, and bring buzz to busy services. This role is designed for a kitchen leader ready to take the next step toward head chef and real responsibility.

You’ll work with fresh food, mentor chefs, maintain high food quality and overall kitchen energy, thriving in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. This is a hands-on, growth-oriented opportunity.

Qualifications

• Currently a kitchen manager or senior sous chef eager to take the next step.

Responsibilities

• Running the pass, leading the team and maintaining high food quality.
• Mentoring chefs and helping them grow.
• Jumping into prep, solving problems, and keeping pace.
• Maintaining energy and connection in a busy service.

Skills

Kitchen management

Staff mentoring

Food safety

Kaizen mindset

Tools

POS systems

Job description

wagamama in Chelmsford is seeking a senior sous chef to run the pass, lead the team, and bring buzz to busy services. This role is designed for a kitchen leader ready to take the next step toward head chef and real responsibility.

You’ll work with fresh food, mentor chefs, maintain high food quality and overall kitchen energy, thriving in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. This is a hands-on, growth-oriented opportunity.