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

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Senior Sous Chef, where you will lead a kitchen team, fostering a nurturing environment while ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest experience. Enjoy a supportive culture with excellent benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Free food during shifts

50% off outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment for the team.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 position

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 our team and contribute to nourishing both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Will Do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment where your team feels valued and celebrated, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an outstanding guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build a strong, motivated team through effective recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with a caring approach that ensures your team feels heard and supported.
• Strong knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of financial performance metrics like gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills.

What We Offer |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant)
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP events throughout the year
• National recognition program — "Be Known Nationwide as a Wok Star"

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