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

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; 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, where you will inspire your team to achieve excellence while ensuring an exceptional guest experience. With a commitment to high standards in food preparation and safety, you will play a crucial role in fostering a coaching culture and nurturing talent. Enjoy perks like free meals, early access to new menus, and a supportive work culture that values respect and inclusivity. Join us in this exciting journey to nourish from bowl to soul!

Benefits

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings before payday

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure high standards of food and safety are maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and individuality. 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 achieving excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling coaching culture.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards and equipped your team accordingly.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture, recruitment, and ongoing development within your team.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to flourish.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What’s in It for You

• Share of tips
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work to share with friends and family
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with 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 100% yours; they vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.