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Innovative Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it 'be you, be Wagamama'. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.
What You Need To Do:
* Create a caring and supportive environment where your team feels valued and celebrated, nurturing talent and role-modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Build a strong, developing team through recruitment and ongoing growth initiatives, fostering personal and professional development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.
What We Look For:
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, especially in fast-paced, complex environments.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful, supportive conversations.
* Proven track record of maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
* Ability to manage labor costs effectively and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Forward-thinking problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.
Benefits:
* Share of tips
* Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
Additional benefits include pension scheme, training, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted gym memberships, and long-service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Note: If selected, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.
*Tips are 100% for the team; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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