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senior sous chef - Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately), stevenage
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wagamama
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Yes
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Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full-time
At Wagamama, celebrating differences and embracing individuality is at our core. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 perform at their best, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.
What You Will Do |
* Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
* Build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Be a forward-thinking problem solver, making quick, effective decisions.
What We Look For |
* Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive leadership in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
* Proven ability to uphold food, health, and safety standards.
* Understanding of financial metrics like gross profit and stock control.
* Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Inspiring leadership that motivates teams to flourish.
* Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
* Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.
What’s In It For You |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips go directly to team members)
* Free food on shift, plus 50% discount outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Exclusive Wagamama parties and VIP events
* National recognition as a Wok Star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure 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 teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.
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