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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Guildford to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role emphasizes creating a nurturing environment while maintaining high food and safety standards. Responsibilities include coaching, problem-solving, and ensuring an excellent guest experience. Join a diverse team and enjoy numerous benefits including a bonus scheme and industry-leading family policy.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with wagestream

Free shift food and 50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant individuals

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition programme

Pension

Holiday

Training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

guildford, 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 individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively spot opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the head chef on recruitment and development, 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 environment.
• Strong communication skills, able to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in 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 with the ability to think on your 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 are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free shift food from our menu plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.