senior sous chef - Inclusive and Diverse Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Crawley, where you will inspire your team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on diversity and individuality, you will maintain high standards in food hygiene and team management while driving restaurant performance. Enjoy a supportive work environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 per year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips (100% goes to the team)

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programs such as 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

crawley, west sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full-time position

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What You Will Do |

• Create 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 impeccable food hygiene, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Foster a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach to team management.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 per year.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (100% goes to the team).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP events.
• Recognition programs such as 'Wok Star'.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed or considered wages.