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Senior Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Belfast
Client: Wagamama
Location: Belfast, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. 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 will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.
What You Need To Do:
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to; celebrate successes and nurture talent.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
* Understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spot opportunities for improvement.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
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.
* Proven ability to maintain food, health, and safety standards.
* Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance, including GP and stock control.
* Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant)
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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.
*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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