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Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone
Client: Wagamama
Location: Maidstone, 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, 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.
What You Do
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.
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 genuine care and consideration.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial performance.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment.
* Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.
Benefits
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Share of tips (note: tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
* Free food during shifts, 50% off outside work for friends and family.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
* First access to new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
* Wagamama parties and VIP events.
* National recognition through our Wok Star program.
Additional perks include pension schemes, holiday, 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.
*100% of tips go to our teams; tips are discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.
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