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

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef, where individuality and creativity are celebrated. In this full-time role, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest experience. With a focus on nurturing talent and fostering a positive environment, you'll play a crucial role in driving performance and delivering exceptional results. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and a family-friendly policy. If you're a forward-thinking leader who thrives in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

National recognition through Wok Star programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests, focusing on coaching.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and food safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

Financial Management

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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 encourage individuality. 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 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 excellent results.

What You Should Do

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand the financial performance of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Proven track record of maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Ability to inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

What’s in It for You

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition through our Wok Star programme

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.