senior sous chef - Be you, be wagamama: Celebrate your individuality in a non-conformist work c[...]

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role emphasizes individuality and teamwork, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. As a Senior Sous Chef, you will inspire and develop your team, manage financial aspects, and foster a coaching culture. With exciting benefits like free meals and early access to new menus, this opportunity is perfect for passionate culinary leaders looking to make a difference in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food during shifts

50% off for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and coach your team effectively.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and food safety.

Skills

Leadership in kitchen management

Communication skills

Food safety standards

Financial performance understanding

Problem-solving skills

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Senior Sous Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama: Celebrate Your Individuality in a Non-Conformist Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and individuality. 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 inspirational 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 will do:

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modelling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, health, and safety, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the 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 a caring approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits:

• Share of tips
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Note: If successful, you will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.

*Tips are entirely at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages.