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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Bedford, where you will lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards and a nurturing environment. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies. Be part of a culture that values personality and inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

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.
• Maintain high standards for food, health, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

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Other

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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 differences 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 will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture within management.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards for every dish, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively spot opportunities and act accordingly.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Aspiring to inspire and engage your team to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A proactive problem solver who can think on their feet.

What’s in it for you |

• 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, vary by restaurant, at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our 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 100% for our teams; vary by restaurant, at guest discretion, not guaranteed or considered wages.