Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere while maintaining high culinary standards. As a leader, you'll drive performance, coach your team, and ensure an exceptional guest experience. With competitive benefits including a bonus scheme and discounts, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for personal and professional growth in a celebrated culinary brand. Join a team that values individuality and fosters a culture of care and respect.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a Wok Star

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. 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 will be an inspirational leader, creating 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 will do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, and fostering a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development to foster personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring team support and understanding.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with quick thinking ability.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% goes to team, variable by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

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

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Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.