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senior sous chef - Inclusive and Celebratory Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), chesterfield
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
chesterfield, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
senior sous chef | full time
Three decades of celebrating differences, we embrace individuality. We value 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 both body and soul.
The role |
As a senior sous chef, you’ll be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving outstanding results.
What we look for |
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills with genuine care, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
* Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Leadership in building a coaching culture, focusing on recruitment, development, and fostering growth.
* Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.
Benefits |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips go directly to team members)
* Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to try new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
* Regular Wagamama parties 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.
*All tips are paid directly to the team. They vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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