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10.05.2025
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Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing 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 in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What You Need To Do |
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
* Ensure an exceptional 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 the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* 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 |
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with a caring approach to team conversations.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
* Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and they belong.
* A proactive problem solver, able to think on your feet.
What’s In It For You |
* Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Tips sharing
* Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Early access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program
Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure 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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