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Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury
Client: Wagamama
Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 3
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
Be part of our exciting new opening!
At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. 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 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 excellent results.
Responsibilities include:
* Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensuring exceptional guest experiences through high standards in food preparation and team skills.
* Maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards; understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Building a coaching culture, recruiting, and developing your team.
* Problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
What we look for:
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
* Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
* Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
* Commitment to inclusivity and professional growth.
* Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.
What’s in it for you:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000/year
* Access to Wagestream for early earnings
* 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
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* National recognition program as a wok star
Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary.
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