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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Watford is seeking a Senior Sous Chef who will inspire and lead a kitchen team while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. The role emphasizes nurturing talent and creating an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen, strong leadership qualities, and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences. Attractive benefits include a bonus scheme, early access to earnings, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday.

Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.

Pension schemes.

Holiday allowances.

Gym memberships.

Long-service awards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Coaching and developing your team to excel.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety and health.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Food Safety

Team Management

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, 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 diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring |

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety, and understanding kitchen financials such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A commitment to building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick decisions on your feet.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with your team with care and consideration.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Strong problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition program.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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