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senior sous chef - Diversity Embracing Environment (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Client: Wagamama
Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, 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 | Newcastle-upon-Tyne | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and embrace individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for 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, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.
What You’ll Do:
* Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and appreciated, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
* Oversee kitchen standards, including food safety, health and safety, and financial performance such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, supporting recruitment and ongoing development.
* Be 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 safety and health and safety.
* Understanding of financial aspects of kitchen management, including GP and stock control.
* Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Ability to think proactively and make quick, effective decisions.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Share of tips (100% goes to the team)
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* Opportunity to try new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* National recognition as a Wok Star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are at guests' discretion and vary by restaurant; they are not guaranteed wages and do not form part of your salary.
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