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Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der Leidenschaft für das Kochen und die Führung eines Küchenteams mitbringt. In dieser Rolle werden Sie ein inspirierender Leader sein, der eine positive Atmosphäre schafft und das Team zur Höchstleistung anspornt. Sie werden für die Einhaltung der höchsten Standards in der Lebensmittelzubereitung verantwortlich sein und die finanziellen Aspekte der Küche im Blick behalten. Diese Gelegenheit bietet Ihnen die Möglichkeit, in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu arbeiten, das Vielfalt und Individualität schätzt. Wenn Sie ein kreativer Problemlöser sind und eine Karriere in der Gastronomie anstreben, ist dies die perfekte Rolle für Sie.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm bis zu £3,000 jährlich
Zugang zu bis zu 30% des Gehalts vor dem Payday
Anteil an Trinkgeldern
Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht
50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit
Familienfreundliche Richtlinien
Erste Möglichkeit, neue Menüs zu probieren
Reinigung der Kochjacken
Wagamama-Partys und VIP-Events
Nationale Anerkennung als Wok Star

Qualifications

  • Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams als Küchenchef oder Senior Sous Chef.
  • Starke Kommunikationsfähigkeiten und ein unterstützender Ansatz.

Responsibilities

  • Schaffung einer positiven Umgebung für das Team und die Gäste.
  • Gewährleistung eines außergewöhnlichen Gasterlebnisses durch hohe Standards.

Skills

Küchenleitung
Kommunikationsfähigkeiten
Lebensmittelsicherheit
Finanzielle Kenntnisse
Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Job description

Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Southampton

Client: wagamama

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Southampton | Full Time

Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team in Southampton. We celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection, and are committed to nourishing both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You’ll Do:
  • Create 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 food preparation and team skills.
  • Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
  • Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
  • Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.
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.
  • Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
  • Financial understanding of kitchen operations, including GP and stock control.
  • Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
  • Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
  • Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
  • Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.
Benefits:
  • Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
  • Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
  • Share of tips (tips are guest discretion and not guaranteed)
  • Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
  • Industry-leading family-friendly policies
  • Opportunity to experience new menus first
  • Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
  • Wagamama parties and VIP events
  • National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle to work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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