Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Senior Sous Chef at a well-known restaurant chain, where individuality is celebrated. In this full-time role, you will lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food safety and performance. Your leadership will foster a positive work environment, supporting the growth of your team while driving restaurant success. With benefits like a bonus scheme, tips, and family-friendly policies, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to thrive in a dynamic culinary setting. Embrace the chance to create memorable dining experiences and be part of a culture that values diversity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Uniform cleaning

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills for meaningful conversations.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team while ensuring high food safety standards.
• Drive restaurant performance and support team development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Metrics

Problem-Solving

Job description

Client:

wagamama

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, 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 | Birmingham West | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. We value personality over perfection—our philosophy is "Be you, be Wagamama." We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish both body and 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, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance metrics such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth and development.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Tips shared among staff.
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Uniforms cleaned for you each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star."

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are paid directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages nor guaranteed.

Note: If you do not hold a passport for the country of the vacancy, a work permit may be required. Please check our Blog for more information.

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