Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent
Client:
Wagamama
Location:
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants committed to nourishing both body and soul. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and lead with inspiration and passion.
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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.
What we look for:
* Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
* Experience ensuring high standards of food, health, and safety.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Ability to manage labour costs and react to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make decisions.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Share of tips.
* 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 + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.
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
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are 100% for our teams, varying by restaurant. Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not considered wages or guaranteed.
Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you may need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.
Applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. Do not provide bank or payment details when applying.
Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom
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