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Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Dartford
Client: Wagamama
Location: Dartford, 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
Be part of our exciting new opening!
At Wagamama, with over three decades of acting different, we celebrate diversity and personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.
The Role
As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What We Look For
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, capable of having considerate and supportive conversations.
* Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Ability to build a coaching culture, focusing on recruitment and ongoing development.
* Problem-solving skills, quick decision-making abilities.
Benefits
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant)
* Free food on shift, 50% off outside work for friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
* First to try new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* National recognition as a 'Wok Star'
Additional benefits include pension, 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 the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages or guaranteed.
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