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Senior Sous Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama: Celebrate Your Individuality in a Non-Conformist Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Telford
Client: Wagamama
Location: Telford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU Work Permit Required: Yes
Job Views: 2
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate being different. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on appreciating personality over perfection — we call it "Be You, Be Wagamama." 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 will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding 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 excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
What We Look For:
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
* Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
* Financial acumen in managing GP, stock, and labor costs.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.
Benefits:
* Share of tips
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
* Early 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, gym discounts, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama:
If successful, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.
*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages or guaranteed.
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