Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; 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 Southampton. This role emphasizes creating a supportive environment while ensuring high standards in food safety and guest experience. You will be responsible for coaching your team, managing financial aspects like gross profit and stock control, and fostering a culture of inclusivity. With a strong focus on leadership and communication, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant restaurant setting. Join a company that values personality and celebrates diversity, where your contributions will be recognized and rewarded.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition as a Wok Star

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Team Development

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 differences and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help nourish both body and 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Will Do:

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when necessary.

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 your team feels supported.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Knowledge of financial management including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Ability to think proactively and make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu and 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.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition as a Wok Star.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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 at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.