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Senior Sous Chef - Celebrate Individuality and Creativity in Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire
Client: Wagamama
Location: Preston, Lancashire, 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
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—"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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver outstanding results.
What You Bring
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to exceptional standards.
* Experience in maintaining high food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* Forward-thinking problem-solving skills, quick decision-making ability.
What We Look For
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with your team with care and consideration.
* Proven track record in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
* Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance, GP, and stock management.
* Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
* Problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt quickly.
What’s In It for You
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
* Access to up to 30% of your earnings before payday via Wagestream.
* Tips sharing.
* Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Early access to new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
* Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star" through our recognition program.
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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 and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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