designate senior sous chef - Inclusive Leadership Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where your leadership will inspire a talented kitchen team. You'll be at the heart of culinary excellence, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while managing food safety and financial performance. This role offers a dynamic environment where creativity and inclusivity thrive, along with a range of benefits that support your well-being. If you're passionate about food and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free shift food

50% discount outside work

Paid parental leave

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive environment and maintain high food standards.
• Drive performance and manage financial aspects effectively.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Team Management

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Job Title: Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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 inspiring 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 excellent results.

What You’ll Do

• Foster a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, focusing on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring approach to team management.
• Proven track record in maintaining high standards and managing financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to inclusivity and creating a respectful workplace.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team).
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition program as a Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Our Commitment

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. All tips are paid directly to the team and are at guest discretion; they are not guaranteed wages.