Senior Sous Chef — Lead the Pass, Grow to Head Chef

wagamama; Norwich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Tips share

Staff discount

Free meals

Earned wage access

Parental leave

Job summary

wagamama in Norwich is seeking a senior sous chef for a full-time role. You’ll run the pass, lead the team, and bring energy to a fast-paced kitchen focused on fresh food and real flavors. This role is designed for aspiring head chefs, offering real responsibility, growth opportunities, and a strong team culture. Expect hands-on prep, mentoring, and a drive for continuous improvement across services.

Qualifications

• Lead the pass and maintain top kitchen standards.
• Mentor chefs and foster growth.
• Stay energetic and focused during peak services.
• Drive continuous improvement with kaizen mindset.
• Create a safe, inclusive kitchen culture.

Responsibilities

• Run the pass and manage line during service.
• Mentor and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain high quality and consistency of dishes.
• Respond quickly to issues and keep pace during busy shifts.
• Identify small improvements and implement them.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Mentoring chefs

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Job description

wagamama in Norwich is seeking a senior sous chef for a full-time role. You’ll run the pass, lead the team, and bring energy to a fast-paced kitchen focused on fresh food and real flavors. This role is designed for aspiring head chefs, offering real responsibility, growth opportunities, and a strong team culture. Expect hands-on prep, mentoring, and a drive for continuous improvement across services.