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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Chelmsford. The role involves inspiring leadership, maintaining kitchen standards, and fostering team growth. Benefits include a bonus scheme, discounts, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday.

Free shift meals and 50% discount.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition program.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

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 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, driving performance through positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience ensuring kitchen standards for food, health, and safety are maintained.
• Understanding of financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth within your team.
• Forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

What We Offer:

• 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).
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% discount outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion; tips are not wages nor guaranteed.