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Senior Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately) - Stoke-on-Trent
Client: Wagamama
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, 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 diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we prioritize personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.
What You Bring
* A focus on creating a caring, positive environment where your team feels valued and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* A commitment to building a coaching culture within your team, working alongside your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
* A forward-thinking, quick decision-maker and problem solver.
What We Look For
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills with a genuine, caring approach to team management.
* Proven ability to ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
* Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering growth and inclusivity.
* A proactive problem solver who can think on their feet.
Benefits
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
* Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
* Tips share
* Free shift meals from our menu, with 50% off outside of work for friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to try new menus first
* Provided chef whites for each shift
* Wagamama parties and events with VIP guests
* National recognition as a "Wok Star"
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday allowance, training programs, 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.
*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips are at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages or considered part of salary.
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