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

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where individuality is celebrated and team spirit thrives. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards while fostering a positive environment. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, you will play a key role in shaping the culinary experience. Enjoy perks like free meals, access to new menus, and a supportive culture that values your contributions. If you're ready to make a difference in a vibrant setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Wagestream access

Pension scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Maintain food safety and manage kitchen financials effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Communication

Team Development

Financial Management

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Senior Sous Chef - Be you, be Wagamama: Celebrate your individuality in a non-conformist work culture (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client: Wagamama

Location: Liverpool, 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 | Full Time

Celebrating over three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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’ll 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 Bring

• A focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritizing nurturing and developing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture within the management team.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to exceptional standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop a strong team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, quick to make decisions and adapt to changing circumstances.

What We Look For

• An experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
• An inspiring leader who motivates their team to thrive and grow.
• An advocate for inclusivity, creating a respectful and belonging environment.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think on your feet.

What’s In It For You

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• First access to our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access 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 need to attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. Variations depend on individual restaurant guest tips, which are discretionary and not guaranteed or considered wages.