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senior sous chef - celebrate individuality and creativity in culinary leadership (Hiring Immediately), exeter
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
exeter, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
senior sous chef | full time
We are looking for a senior sous chef to join our team at wagamama in Exeter. Our philosophy celebrates individuality and creativity, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we aim 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 coaching and developing your team to achieve their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
Responsibilities include |
* Creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensuring an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
* Maintaining food, health, and safety standards and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Building a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the head chef on recruitment and development.
* Being a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.
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 in maintaining high standards in food, safety, and financial management.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
* Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment.
* A proactive problem solver.
What’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
* Access to earnings before payday via wagestream.
* Tips share.
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
* Opportunity to try new menus first.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
* Participation in wagamama parties and recognition programs.
* Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards.
Be you, be wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.
*Tips are 100% paid to the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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