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Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Bath
Client:
wagamama
Location:
Bath, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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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, with over three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. We appreciate personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. 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’ll 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 |
* Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role-modeling a coaching culture within management.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, whether by your efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards in your kitchen. Understand the financial aspects, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development. Foster personal and professional growth.
* Be a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisive decisions.
What we look for |
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
* Strong communication skills, engaging in genuine conversations with consideration and care, ensuring your team feels supported.
* Proven experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
* Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive in their roles and careers.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
* A forward-thinking problem solver, quick on your feet.
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
* Free food on shift – any menu item! Plus 50% outside work to treat friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Be the first to try new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
* Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
* Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star through our program
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 the Disability Confident scheme.
*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips may vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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