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Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), High Wycombe
Client: wagamama
Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our journey to nourish 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 and develop your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.
Responsibilities include:
* Creating a positive environment where your team feels valued and supported, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
* Maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Building a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development, and fostering growth.
* Being a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions, and thinking on your feet.
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 with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
* Proven ability to maintain high standards in food, health, safety, and financial performance.
* Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
* Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.
What’s in it for you:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
* Share of tips (tips go directly to the team)
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 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 and VIP guest events
* Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'
Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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, are discretionary, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.
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