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

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Milton Keynes. The role focuses on leadership, team development, and maintaining high culinary standards. Join a nurturing environment that values personality and inclusivity, with competitive benefits and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.

Free food on shift plus 50% discount outside work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Annual Wagamama parties with VIP guests.

Pension scheme.

Holiday allowance.

Cycle-to-work scheme.

Retail and leisure discounts.

Gym memberships.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Milton Keynes

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." 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 achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling coaching culture.
• Dedication to ensuring an exceptional guest experience with dishes prepared to high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Ability to foster a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on team recruitment and development, and promoting personal and professional growth.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, quick decision-maker.

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 a caring approach, ensuring 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.
• Quick thinking and problem-solving skills.

What’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 (tips go directly to teams, varies by restaurant).
• Free food on shift plus 50% discount 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.
• National recognition program as a "Wok Star".

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, 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 guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.