Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their vibrant Liverpool team. This role emphasizes leadership, fostering a supportive environment, and ensuring high standards in food preparation and service. As a Senior Sous Chef, you will inspire your team while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on inclusivity and personal growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced culinary setting. Join a company that values diversity and individuality, and be part of a mission that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and ensure excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Liverpool | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team in Liverpool and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring environment where your team feels valued and supported, fostering a coaching culture.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring high standards in food preparation and service.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a strong team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• A proactive problem solver who can make quick decisions.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
• Experience in managing kitchen standards, financial performance, and labour costs.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards

Additional Information

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme. Tips are given at guest discretion and are not guaranteed or considered wages. Applicants should have the appropriate work permit if not a passport holder of the country.

Applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. No bank or payment details should be provided during application.

Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom