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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes individuality and teamwork, encouraging chefs to express their creativity while maintaining high standards in food safety and quality. As a Senior Sous Chef, you will inspire and develop your team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence. With a focus on performance and inclusivity, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive culture that values personality over perfection. Join the journey of nourishing from bowl to soul!

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Access to new menus early

Gym discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Telford, 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 being different. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on appreciating personality over perfection — we call it "Be You, Be Wagamama." 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 outstanding results.

What You Will Do:

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Financial acumen in managing GP, stock, and labor costs.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.

Benefits:

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside 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 via Wagestream

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

Be You, Be Wagamama:

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

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages or guaranteed.