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

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen in der Gastronomie sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der die Leidenschaft für die Küche und die Führung eines Teams mitbringt. In dieser Rolle werden Sie eine inspirierende Führungskraft, die ein positives Umfeld schafft und kontinuierliche Entwicklung fördert. Sie werden für die Aufrechterhaltung von hohen Standards in der Speisenzubereitung und Lebensmittelsicherheit verantwortlich sein, während Sie die Restaurantleistung steigern. Diese Position bietet eine aufregende Gelegenheit, Teil eines innovativen Teams zu werden, das Vielfalt und Inklusion schätzt und in einer dynamischen Umgebung arbeitet.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm bis zu £3,000 jährlich

Zugang zu 30% des Einkommens vor dem Payday

Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Trockengereinigte Kochjacken für jede Schicht

Wagamama-Partys mit VIP-Gästen

Anerkennung als Wok Star

Pensionsregelung

Urlaubsanspruch

Qualifications

• Erfahrung als Küchenleiter oder Senior Sous Chef in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelsicherheit aufrechtzuerhalten.

Responsibilities

• Schaffung einer positiven Umgebung für Team und Gäste.
• Aufrechterhaltung hoher Standards in der Speisenzubereitung und Teamfähigkeiten.

Skills

Küchenleitung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Finanzmanagement

Problem-solving

Teamführung

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Designate Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive Leadership Culture (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: Wagamama

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking 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 inspirational leader, creating 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 delivering excellent results.

What You Will Do |

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

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 the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belonging.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Wag’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 (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% discount outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, 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.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant, are at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.