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Head Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Belfast
Client: wagamama
Location: Belfast, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
2
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 and develop your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.
What You Need to Do:
* Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure every dish meets high standards, supporting your team in achieving excellence.
* Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.
What We Look For:
* Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and support your team.
* Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
* Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.
What’s in It for You:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Tips share.
* Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
* Early access to new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, 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.
*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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