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senior sous chef - Exciting new restaurant opening (Hiring Immediately), watford, hertfordshire
Client:
wagamama
Location:
watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full-time
Be part of our exciting new opening!
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants nationwide. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What you |
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team development.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.
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 and considerate approach.
* Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health & safety.
* Financial understanding of kitchen operations, including GP and stock control.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
* Forward-thinking problem solver.
Wok’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant)
* Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy with full pay during maternity/paternity leave
* First access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
* National recognition as a "Wok Star"
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 Disability Confident.
*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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