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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to foster a positive kitchen environment and drive team performance. You will ensure high standards for food preparation and safety while coaching your team to success. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, offering numerous benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift, with 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

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 caring environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience by maintaining high food standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Northampton, 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, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to 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 ensuring excellent results.

Responsibilities include |

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling coaching within the management team.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards for food preparation and safety, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Building a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Being a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and adapt to changing demands.

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 care, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Experience maintaining high standards for food, health, safety, and financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and respond to operational demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A proactive problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% goes to the team)
• Free food on shift, with 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
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama proudly participates in the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion and vary by restaurant; 100% of tips go to the team, are not guaranteed, and are not considered wages.