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Senior Sous Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama: Celebrate Your Individuality in a Non-Conformist Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield
Client: Wagamama
Location: Chesterfield, 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, with over three decades of celebrating individuality, we value 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 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 exceptional results.
What You Bring
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
* Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either personally or by empowering your team.
* Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
* Ability to build a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* 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, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
* Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
* Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
* Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team to flourish in their roles and careers.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
* A proactive problem solver who can think on their feet.
What’s In It for You
* Share of tips
* Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
* First access to our new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
* Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
Additional benefits include pension scheme, training, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
**If successful, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.**
*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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