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Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth
Client: wagamama
Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
Be part of our exciting new opening!
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection—it's about being you, being Wagamama. 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 to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What You Need to Do
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team.
* Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
* Foster a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to build a strong, developing team.
* Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
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 genuine, caring conversations that make your team feel supported.
* Proven expertise in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Financial acumen in managing kitchen performance, including GP and stock control.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to flourish.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.
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; tips vary by restaurant).
* 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 be the first to try new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
* Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'.
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday allowance, training, 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.
*Tips are left at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages. 100% of tips go to the team, but amounts vary by restaurant.
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