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08.05.2025
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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 and contribute to our mission of nourishing from bowl to soul.
The role |
As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development, aiming to help your team excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.
What you |
* Focus on creating a supportive environment where your team feels valued and motivated, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and supporting your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of your kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
What we look for |
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a track record of driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team effectively.
* Experience ensuring high standards in food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.
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 (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, and are discretionary)
* Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Early access to our new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, training programs, 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.
*Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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