Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role involves fostering a supportive culture, ensuring high standards in food safety, and driving performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and experience in managing a fast-paced kitchen. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal development, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying perks like a generous bonus scheme and exceptional work-life balance. Join this dynamic team and help create memorable dining experiences!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a Wok Star

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team while maintaining high food safety standards.
• Drive restaurant performance and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Are committed to building a strong, developing team through recruitment and ongoing growth, fostering personal and professional development.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

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 the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team to thrive and grow.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and quick decision-making.

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
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not guaranteed wages and are not considered part of salary.