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Inspirational Culinary Lead (Hiring Immediately), Newport
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
Newport, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
12.05.2025
Expiry Date:
26.06.2025
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Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission 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 coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.
What You Bring |
* A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
* Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring high standards in food preparation.
* Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
* Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.
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 genuine care and consideration.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, safety, and financial management.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
* Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
* Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.
What’s In It For You |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Tips share.
* Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Early access to new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.
Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are 100% for our teams. They vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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