senior sous chef - Emphasis on Personal Growth and Team Development (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der ein inspirierender Führer ist und ein positives Umfeld für das Team und die Gäste schafft. In dieser Rolle werden Sie die Verantwortung für die Entwicklung und das Coaching Ihres Teams übernehmen, während Sie gleichzeitig die Restaurantleistung steigern. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Lebensmittelsicherheit, finanzielles Management und Teamführung bietet diese Position die Möglichkeit, in einem dynamischen und unterstützenden Umfeld zu arbeiten. Wenn Sie leidenschaftlich daran interessiert sind, Talente zu fördern und eine positive Teamkultur zu schaffen, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm

Zugang zu bis zu 30% des Einkommens vor dem Payday

Anteil an Trinkgeldern

Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Früher Zugang zu neuen Menüs

Bereitstellung von gereinigten Kochjacken

Wagamama-Partys und VIP-Gäste-Events

Nationale Anerkennung durch das Wok Star-Programm

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Fähigkeit zur Einhaltung von Lebensmittelsicherheitsstandards.

Responsibilities

• Führung und Entwicklung des Küchenteams zur Erreichung hervorragender Ergebnisse.
• Sicherstellung eines außergewöhnlichen Gästeerlebnisses durch hohe Standards.

Skills

Küchenleitung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Finanzmanagement

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Senior Sous Chef - Emphasis on Personal Growth and Team Development (Hiring Immediately), Stevenage

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stevenage

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 value 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 will be an inspirational leader, fostering 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.

Requirements

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing 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 in a fast-paced environment, driving performance through positive behavior.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience ensuring food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to teams, vary by restaurant, at guests' discretion)
• Free food on shift, 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 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 and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our Wok Star program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.