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08.05.2025
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Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. 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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What You Need To Do |
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, promoting success and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, focusing on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Be a proactive 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 the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
* Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
* Financial acumen in managing kitchen performance, including GP and stock control.
* Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
* Forward-thinking and adaptable problem-solving skills.
What’s In It For You |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with 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, including extended paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday allowance, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are entirely discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.
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