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senior sous chef
Senior Sous Chef | Full-Time | Cardiff
Ote £53,600 (£40,600 + up to £3,000 bonus) + Tips
At Wagamama, food is life. Our kitchens are built on fresh food, fast-paced energy, and real people making real food—no microwaves, no shortcuts, just big energy and bigger flavours.*
As Senior Sous Chef, you’ll lead the pass, mentor your team, and ensure the kitchen buzzes with excellence. This role is Made for head chefs in the making—offering real responsibility, impact, and a passion for authentic food.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Fostering a kitchen culture where your team feels safe, seen, and proud
- Maintaining food quality and high-energy kitchen vibes
- Mentoring and developing chefs, helping them grow and thrive
- Jumping into prep, troubleshooting challenges, and maintaining fast-paced service
- Embracing a kaizen mindset, continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency and standards
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Who You Are
This role is for you if...
✅ You’re currently Kitchen Manager or Senior Sous Chef eager to progress ✅ You thrive with fresh, hands-on food preparation ✅ The energy of a busy service excites you ✅ You care about people, food, and creating a safe workspace ✅ You want to grow into a Head Chef role ✅ You believe kitchens should be energetic, passionate, and connected
What You’ll Get
Competitive Pay & Perks
- Annual bonus (up to £3,000)
- Share of tips* (100% goes to the team)
- 50% off Wagamama meals outside work
- Free meals on shift
- Early access to earned pay via Wagestream
Support & Growth
- A workplace that prioritises your growth, wellbeing, and individuality
- 26 weeks of full pay + 13 weeks half pay for new parents
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Additional Benefits
- 30% off at our sister brands—Brunning & Price Pubs, Barburrito + more
- Pension scheme, holiday allowance, continuing training.
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Retail & leisure discounts
- Discounted gym memberships
- Long-service awards
We’re proud to be a disability confident employer—No matter where you’re from or who you are, you’ve got a place here.
We’re Wagamama: Where freshness fuels passion. No shortcuts, just real food. Apply today and take your seat at the bench.
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Bonus Notes: "Tips are based on guest discretion and are not guaranteed by the company." Actual tips will vary by restaurant.
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