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Designate Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive Leadership Culture (Hiring Immediately), High Wycombe
Client: wagamama
Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time
At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.
What You’ll Do:
* Create 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 safety.
* Manage kitchen standards, financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Build a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.
What We Look For:
* Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
* Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips go directly to the team)
* Free food on shift and 50% discount outside of work
* Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to try new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* National recognition through our Wok Star program
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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 team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not guaranteed wages.
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