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08.05.2025
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Senior Sous Chef | Full-time
At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, emphasizing 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’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What you |
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
* 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, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with genuine and considerate conversations.
* Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance including GP and stock control.
* Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering respect and inclusivity.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.
Wok’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Tips share
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*100% tips go to our teams; tips vary by restaurant, are at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.
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