Senior Sous Chef: Lead the Pass, Mentor Team

wagamama; Epsom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; 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

Earned wage access (wagestream)

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay,

30% off at other brands

Job summary

wagamama is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead the pass, drive team energy, and deliver bustling service in a fast-paced kitchen in the UK. You will mentor chefs, ensure top food quality, and bring a hands-on approach to prep and problem solving.

This role offers growth into head chef responsibilities, a culture that values energy, passion, and connection, and benefits that support your wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Currently a kitchen manager or senior sous chef eager to take the next step
• Thrive working with fresh food
• Love the energy of a busy service
• Care about food, people and creating a safe space
• Want the opportunity to grow into a head chef
• Believe kitchens should be full of energy, passion and connection

Responsibilities

• Creating a place where your team feels safe, seen, and proud to show up
• Ensuring food quality and kitchen vibes stay sky-high
• Mentoring chefs and helping them grow
• Jumping into prep, solving problems, and keeping pace
• Thinking with a kaizen mindset and implementing small improvements

Job description

wagamama is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead the pass, drive team energy, and deliver bustling service in a fast-paced kitchen in the UK. You will mentor chefs, ensure top food quality, and bring a hands-on approach to prep and problem solving.

This role offers growth into head chef responsibilities, a culture that values energy, passion, and connection, and benefits that support your wellbeing and development.