Client:
wagamama
Location:
Coventry, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
4
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing 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, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What You Bring
* Focus on creating a caring, listening environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
* Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
* Experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* 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 a caring approach.
* Proven track record in maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
* Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance, GP, and stock management.
* Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
* Forward-thinking problem-solving skills.
Benefits
* Share of tips (100% go to the team).
* Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work.
* Early access to new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
* Exclusive parties with VIP guests.
* Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
* Additional benefits: pension, training, cycle-to-work, gym discounts, long service awards.
Additional Information
If successful, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.
All tips are at guest discretion and not guaranteed as wages.
Note
If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, a work permit may be required. Please check our blog for more information.
Applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. Do not include bank or payment details in your application.
Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom.
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