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

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role involves nurturing talent, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and managing food safety and financial metrics. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, the ideal candidate will inspire their team while adapting to the fast-paced demands of the kitchen. Enjoy a range of benefits including bonuses, discounts, and family-friendly policies, all while contributing to a mission that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Provided chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension and holidays

Training and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on food safety and financial performance management.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and ensure excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Building

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | 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 inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Ability to create a caring, supportive environment, nurturing talent and promoting a coaching culture.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high standards in food preparation.
• Experience in managing food safety, health standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building a strong team through recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills that promote team support and engagement.
• Proven track record in maintaining food safety and managing financial performance.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering inclusivity and respect.
• Quick thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits:

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus.
• Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Tips share.
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside of work.
• Family-friendly policies, including extended paid leave.
• Early access to new menus.
• Provided chef whites.
• Wagamama parties and recognition programs.
• Pension, holidays, training, discounts, and awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.