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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Hemel Hempstead. This role emphasizes leadership, team development, and maintaining high culinary standards in a nurturing environment. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Free menu food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Annual parties with VIP guests

Qualifications

• Experienced in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Proficient in food safety and financial standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop kitchen team to excel.
• Ensure high standards of food and guest experience.
• Maintain food safety and financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef Experience

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

hemel hempstead, 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

three decades of embracing diversity, we celebrate individuality. valuing personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. with over 165 restaurants, we seek 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. you will coach and develop your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

if you |

• focus on creating a caring, listening, and celebrating success environment, nurturing talent and role modeling coaching within management
• are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is equipped with necessary skills
• maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock, and labor costs
• aim to foster a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and development, supporting personal and professional growth
• are a proactive problem solver, quick to make decisions and adapt to challenges

what we look for |

• experienced head chef or senior sous chef with team leadership skills in fast-paced environments
• strong communicator who engages with consideration and support
• proficient in maintaining food, health, safety, and financial standards
• capable of managing labor costs and responding to operational demands
• inspirational leader who promotes team nourishment and growth
• passionate about fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace
• quick thinker and decisive problem solver

wok’s in it for you |

• bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
• share of tips
• free menu food on shift and 50% off outside work
• industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• early access to new menus
• dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• annual wagamama parties with VIP guests
• nationwide recognition as a wok star

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

be you be wagamama

wagamama proudly participates in the disability confident scheme.

*100% tips go to our teams; tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not guaranteed wages.