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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Slough is seeking a senior sous chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. This role emphasizes nurturing talent, ensuring excellent guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. Join a dynamic team that values inclusivity and personal growth, with 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.

Free food on shift from our menu.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communicator who engages team members.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards of food, health, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

slough, 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 acting differently, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, 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’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role-modeling a coaching culture within management.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Are focused on building a coaching culture, working with your head chef to recruit and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

What we look for |

• A head chef or senior sous chef with experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive actions in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels supported and valued.
• Experienced in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Knowledgeable about kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Capable of managing labor costs effectively, adapting to changing demands.
• Someone who leads by inspiring and engaging their team for growth and success.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and they belong.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions.

Wok’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 (note: tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% outside work to share with 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 every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national program.

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

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