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senior sous chef - Inclusive and Diverse Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Ipswich
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wagamama
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Yes
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Posted:
12.05.2025
Expiry Date:
26.06.2025
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Job Description:
senior sous chef | full time
Three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate differences. We appreciate 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’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
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 the ability to have genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
* Proven experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
* Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Ability to manage labor costs and react to changing demands.
* Aspiring to inspire and engage your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
* A forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions.
Wok’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity.
* Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Share of the tips (note: tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary).
* Free food on shift from our menu, and 50% off outside work for friends and family.
* 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 every shift.
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
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