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Head Sous Leader (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire
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Client:
Wagamama
Location:
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
6
Posted:
10.05.2025
Expiry Date:
24.06.2025
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Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team on our journey to nourish both body and soul.
The role |
As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering 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 exceptional results.
We are looking for someone who |
* Creates a caring, supportive environment, celebrates successes, and nurtures talent within the team, role modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensures an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Builds a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Is a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.
What we look for |
* Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, providing considerate and caring feedback.
* Expertise in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Financial acumen in managing kitchen costs and performance.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Inspiring leadership that motivates the team to thrive and develop.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
* Proactive problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.
Wok’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Share of tips
* 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
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star
We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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