senior sous chef

senior sous chef | full time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating 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 continuous journey to nourish us all from bowl to soul

the role |

as a senior sous chef you’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team + guests. you will support in continuous coaching + developing your team to be the best they can be whilst driving your restaurant performance and deliver amazing results

if you |

focus on creating a positive environment where your team feel cared for + listened to, celebrating successes. prioritising nurturing + developing talent within your team, role modelling a coaching culture within the management team

are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to exceptional standards whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset

are experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control + labour costs, spotting opportunities and proactively either as a head chef or senior sous chef

are focused on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef to build a strong team from recruitment + ongoing development. committed to fostering personal + professional growth within your team

a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions

what we look for |

a head chef or senior sous chef with experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviour + actions in a fast paced + complex environment

a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported

experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless

experienced in understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gp and stock control

experienced in managing the labour cost of your team, reacting to changing demands where necessary

an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career

passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong

a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions

wok’s in it for you |  

a brilliant salary, €3500 bonus opportunity per year + tips*

internal progression opportunities if you're aspiring to become a general manager in the near future

free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family

be the first to experience our brand-new menus

kintsugi wellness | access to cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure  

dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift 

 be you be wagamama

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way 

 

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