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Designate Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive Leadership Culture (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire
Client: Wagamama
Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.
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 You Will Do
* Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team development.
* Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.
What We Look For
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive leadership.
* Strong communication skills, with an ability to have considerate and supportive conversations.
* Proven track record of maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
* Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering inclusivity and respect.
* Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.
Benefits
* 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 of work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* Recognition programs including nationwide "Wok Star"
* Pension, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.
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