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

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef and embrace your individuality in a vibrant work culture. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic kitchen team, fostering personal and professional growth while delivering exceptional culinary experiences. With a focus on high standards of food safety and financial management, you'll play a key role in driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a range of benefits, including free meals and early access to new menus, while being part of a community that values personality over perfection. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Gym discounts

Training opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain high food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to achieve excellent results.
• Manage kitchen operations and ensure high standards of food quality.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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), Stockport

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stockport, 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 being different, we don’t conform; we celebrate individuality. 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviour in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communicator, capable of having genuine conversations with consideration and care.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem-solving skills, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

Benefits:

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift, plus 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 up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Successful candidates will attend a 7-week training in the UK, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.

Note: 100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages or guaranteed.