senior sous chef - Nurturing and Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Bath, where you'll inspire your team and ensure high standards of food safety and performance. Enjoy a nurturing work culture that values personality and inclusivity. With competitive benefits and a focus on personal growth, this role is perfect for passionate culinary leaders.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills to support team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Senior Sous Chef - Nurturing and Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Bath

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow professionally and personally.
• A passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work to enjoy with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program.

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 Disability Confident.

*Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant; they are not guaranteed wages and do not form part of employment compensation.