Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Restaurant sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der Leidenschaft für die Gastronomie mitbringt. In dieser Schlüsselrolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Führung und Entwicklung eines talentierten Küchenteams. Sie fördern eine positive Teamkultur und stellen sicher, dass die höchsten Standards in der Lebensmittelzubereitung eingehalten werden. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Problemlösung und Teamführung tragen Sie zur kontinuierlichen Verbesserung der Restaurantleistung bei. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für exzellente Küche und Teamarbeit haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu wachsen.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm bis zu £3,000 jährlich

Zugang zu 30% des Gehalts vor dem Zahltag

Kostenlose Verpflegung während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit für Freunde und Familie

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Früher Zugang zu neuen Menüs

Bereitstellung von gereinigten Kochjacken

Wagamama-Partys und VIP-Gästevents

Nationale Anerkennung als Wok-Star

Pensionsplan

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Führung eines Küchenteams als Head Chef oder Senior Sous Chef.
• Nachweisliche Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelsicherheit aufrechtzuerhalten.

Responsibilities

• Schaffung einer positiven Umgebung für das Team und die Gäste.
• Sicherstellung eines außergewöhnlichen Gästeerlebnisses durch hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelzubereitung.

Skills

Küchenführung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Finanzmanagement

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant Growth Champion (Hiring Immediately), Chester

Client: wagamama

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You’ll Do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels valued and supported, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach to team management.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.

Benefits:

• 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 guest discretion).
• Free food on shift; 50% discount 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 each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition as a wok star.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, 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.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed by the company.