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

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and vibrant team as a Senior Sous Chef in a renowned restaurant chain. This role emphasizes individuality and creativity, allowing you to lead a passionate kitchen team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on nurturing talent and maintaining high food safety standards, your leadership will inspire others to excel. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values your contributions and offers exciting benefits, including access to earnings before payday and a generous discount on meals. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment and make a real impact.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Access to new menus

Wagestream access

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 focus on food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food preparation.
• Foster a positive environment and support team development.

Skills

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Acumen

Communication Skills

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Plymouth, 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

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our journey to nourish from bowl to 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 continuous coaching and development, aiming to drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Ability to create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, with a focus on nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to ensuring an exceptional guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and equipped your team with necessary skills.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance metrics like GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.
• Problem-solving skills with agility and decisiveness.

Benefits:

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside of work
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• 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:

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

Note: 100% of tips go to our teams; tips are discretionary and not guaranteed wages.