Job Title: Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
Join Our Exciting New Opening!
Celebrating three decades of individuality, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. We value personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.
About You
* Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modelling a coaching culture.
* Dedicated to providing an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Experienced in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Committed to building a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* A proactive problem solver, quick thinker, and decisive leader.
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 the ability to have considerate and supportive conversations.
* Proven track record in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Inspiring leader who motivates their team to thrive and grow.
* Passionate about creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
* A forward-thinking problem solver.
Benefits
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Tips sharing.
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Opportunity to try our new menus first.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
* National recognition as a Wok Star.
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.
*100% tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not guaranteed wages.
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