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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Newport
**Client:**
wagamama
**Location:**
Newport, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
4
Posted:
12.05.2025
Expiry Date:
26.06.2025
Job Description:
Senior Sous Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, 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, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.
What You Will Do:
* Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, promoting a coaching culture.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
* Manage kitchen standards, including food safety, health and safety, and financial performance such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build and develop your team through recruitment and ongoing training, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.
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 approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
* 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.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
* Tips sharing
* Free meals during shifts and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* Early access to new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are fully distributed to our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.
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