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senior sous chef - Emphasis on Personal Growth and Team Development (Hiring Immediately), wakefield
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
wakefield, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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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 nourishing both body and soul.
The Role:
As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.
What You’ll Do:
* Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions on your feet.
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 genuine conversations that support and support your team.
* Experience ensuring high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, left at guest discretion)
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
* Early access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
* Recognition programs such as 'Wok Star'
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.
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