Job Description
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
Celebrating over three decades of diversity and individuality, we embrace personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.
You Will |
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
What We Look For |
* An experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* A strong communicator who engages in caring, considerate conversations, ensuring team support.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and understanding financial performance including gross profit and stock control.
* Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
* An inspiring leader who motivates their team to thrive and grow.
* Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* A proactive problem solver with quick thinking skills.
Wagamama’s Benefits |
* Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
* Share of tips (note: tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not guaranteed)
* Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Early access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for each shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
* National recognition as a Wok Star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
We are proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are 100% distributed to our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are left at guest discretion and are not considered wages or guaranteed.
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