senior sous chef - celebrate individuality and creativity in culinary leadership (Hiring Immedi[...]

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der Leidenschaft für kulinarische Kreativität und Teamführung mitbringt. In dieser spannenden Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Leitung eines engagierten Küchenteams und die Gewährleistung eines hervorragenden Gästeerlebnisses. Sie fördern eine positive Teamkultur, unterstützen die Entwicklung Ihrer Mitarbeiter und sorgen für die Einhaltung höchster Standards in der Lebensmittelzubereitung. Mit attraktiven Vorteilen wie einem Bonusprogramm und flexiblen Arbeitsbedingungen bietet diese Position die Möglichkeit, Ihre kulinarischen Fähigkeiten in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu entfalten.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm

Zugang zu bis zu 30% des Einkommens vor dem Payday

Tipps

Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Erster Zugang zu neuen Menüs

Reinigungsservice für Kochjacken

Wagamama-Partys

Nationale Anerkennung als Wok Star

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelzubereitung aufrechtzuerhalten.

Responsibilities

• Schaffung einer positiven Umgebung für das Team und die Gäste.
• Aufrechterhaltung von Lebensmittelsicherheitsstandards und finanziellen Kennzahlen.

Skills

Küchenleitung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittel- und Gesundheitssicherheit

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Senior Sous Chef - Celebrate individuality and creativity in culinary leadership (Hiring Immediately), Derby

Client: Wagamama

Location: Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 value 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'll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support and coach your team to excel, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What You Need to Do

• Create a caring, positive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team development.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine care and consideration.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety, and financial standards.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

What’s In It for You

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.