Senior sous chef

Job Description

aboutwagamama|inspired by fast paced,japaneseramen bars,wagamamabrings the fresh, flavours ofasiato all. a little ginger to warm you up. chillies that kick. noodles to nourish the body and soul.were not just a company, were a family whereby our beliefs and shared values create our strong culture epitomized by our people mantra ofbe you, bewagamamaour kitchens |we take pride in our kitchens; maintenance is a priority + we have state-of-the-art equipment. our standards are high. our ingredients are cooked fresh. we serve hot food when its ready. youll find no microwaves or heat lamps here. our open kitchens meanyou get to interact with our guests spreading positivity from bowl to soulbe you | be a senior sous chefyou dont need previous experience cookingasianfood. whats important is youve got experience leading a team in a fast-paced kitchenbe part of one of the uks fastest growing restaurant brands, and in return youll get |

• a brilliant salary paid every 4 weeks+ earn up to £3,000 bonus peryear (OTE £35,500+ per annum)
• 48-hour contract + 28 days holiday
• an average of 9.6 hours per shift, 5 days a week. 2 days off per week
• freewagamamameal on shift
• clean chef whites on every shift
• christmas day off
• dedicated6-weektraining programme when you start
• internal developmentprogrammes to support you to step up to head chef
• apprenticeship opportunities (including degree level) i gain national qualifications
• company pension scheme
• financial wellbeing support
• 30% discount atwagamama+ other trg brands when dining with friends +family
• perkbox| retail, gyms + restaurant discounts

what youll do |

• depending on the shift you work, you may start as early as 7am or finish as late as midnight. you will work an average of 9.6 hours per shift
• create a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed + cared for
• share your passion + knowledge ofwagamamafood, ingredients + cooking techniques with your whole team
• work alongside your head chef to train the whole team to ensure quality + consistency in every dish served
• manage the line effectively to ensure all food is delivered on time, meeting demands of service
• deal with guest feedback + implement appropriate action plans, spotting opportunities to improve theteamsperformance
• you support your head chef to effectively controlgp+ labour budgets
• you understand the business, its goals + objectives
• ensure your kitchen is always clean + safe for your team + guests
• you make sure you follow food safety and health + safety standards throughout your shift
• you work with your head chef to manage the maintenance + upkeep of your kitchen

about you |

• youve got demonstrable experience leading a team in a fast-paced kitchen
• youre a real people person, with a passion for food + achieving results with yourteam
• youre experienced working with online delivery companies + running atake outoperation
• youve got a good understanding of how to controlgp+ manage alabour budget
• your previous kitchens are always clean, safe + you have a strong understanding of food safety + health and safety procedures
• youhave a good understanding of budgets +p&l+ financial targets
• youre passionate about people, you care about your guests + your team, creating a positive place to be
• you always recognise succession is vital + have previouslyhelped to buildstrong talent pipelines by developing your teams
• youre a brilliant communicator, own what you do + embraces change

if that sounds like you, clickapply below!wagamamais an equal opportunity employer. we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employeeswhen submitting your details, please let us know if you require any support or adjustments during the interview process