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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Derby is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team. The role emphasizes nurturing talent, maintaining high food standards, and ensuring excellent guest experiences. Join a dynamic environment that values personality and inclusivity, with numerous benefits including bonuses and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join 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 perform at their best, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring

• 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.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to exceptional standards, either personally or through team development.
• Experience in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Ability to foster a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, committed to personal and professional growth.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick thinking and 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 environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free food on shift and 50% outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension, holidays, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.