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Senior Sous Chef - Emphasis on Personal Growth and Team Development (Hiring Immediately), Newport
Client: wagamama
Location: Newport, 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
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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
Responsibilities include |
* Creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
* Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Building a coaching culture, recruiting, and developing your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Problem-solving proactively and making quick decisions when needed.
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.
* Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
* Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.
* Forward-thinking and decisive problem-solving skills.
What’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
* Tips share.
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
* First to try new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
* Wagamama parties and VIP events.
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star.
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, 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 entirely at guest discretion and vary by restaurant. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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