Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where your leadership will inspire a talented kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating a supportive environment and delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and generous discounts. Be part of an inclusive culture that values individuality and diversity, and take your culinary career to new heights in a vibrant restaurant setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting persons

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes and holiday leave

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure dishes meet high standards and maintain food safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Team Development

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Stevenage

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, 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Are dedicated to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Are a proactive problem solver who can make quick decisions.

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.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

What’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 policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting persons.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary per restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.