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Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury
Client: Wagamama
Location: Shrewsbury, 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
At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for 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, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What You Need To Do:
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
* Be 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 that foster support and understanding within the team.
* Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
* Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance, GP, and stock control.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Proactive problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
* Access to up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary)
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies including paid leave for expectant and adopting parents
* Early access to new menus
* Provided chef whites
* Wagamama parties and national recognition programs
Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama proudly participates in the Disability Confident scheme.
*Note: 100% of tips go to our teams. Tips are discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.
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