Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef at an established restaurant group. This role is perfect for a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will inspire your team, maintain high food safety standards, and drive restaurant performance. Enjoy a supportive culture that values individuality and diversity, with benefits like bonuses, flexible pay, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're ready to make a difference and grow your culinary career, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

Paid parental leave

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment and support team development.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: Wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to 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, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring high standards in dish preparation.
• Experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A focus on building a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• A proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and support your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Quick thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, varying by restaurant).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies including paid parental leave.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition as a Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, training programs, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.