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Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Slough
Client:
wagamama
Location:
Slough, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
4
Posted:
12.05.2025
Expiry Date:
26.06.2025
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 to nourish from bowl to 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 coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.
What you will do:
* Create a positive environment where your team feels valued and supported, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Promote a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to build a strong team through recruitment and development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.
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 heard and supported.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of financial performance including gross profit and stock control.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
* Forward-thinking and quick decision-making skills.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
* Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
* Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant)
* Free food on shift, 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* Early access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.
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