Senior Sous Chef - Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately), Wakefield
Client:
Wagamama
Location:
Wakefield, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full-time
At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.
What You Need to Do
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards for food preparation, safety, and hygiene, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Be a forward-thinking 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, complex environment.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly on your feet.
What’s in It for You
* Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually.
* Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Share of tips (tips are at guests' discretion and vary by restaurant).
* Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Opportunity to be the first to try new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition program.
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Please note: Tips are not guaranteed wages and are at guests' discretion. Tips vary by restaurant.
Note
If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. Please check our blog for more information.
Applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. Do not include bank or payment details in your application.
Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom
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