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08.05.2025
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Job Description:
senior sous chef |glasgow central area | full time
Three decades of acting different, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. Appreciating 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 to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
Requirements |
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture within management.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively identify opportunities.
* Build a coaching culture, 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 through positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
* Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage kitchen finances including GP and stock control.
* Experience managing labor costs and responding to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive and grow.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
* Problem-solving skills and agility in decision-making.
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 on-shift food from our menu, plus 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Early access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our program
Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama proudly participates in 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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