Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Basingstoke is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive environment, maintaining high food standards, and managing kitchen financials. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and inclusivity, with numerous benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy – 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous coaching and development of the team.
• Ensure dishes meet high standards and deliver excellent guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to 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 delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring:

• Focus on creating a caring, listening environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Problem-solving skills, quick decision-making, and forward-thinking.

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 a caring and supportive approach.
• Experience in maintaining standards and managing financial aspects of a kitchen.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant; tips are guest discretionary and not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• 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
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition program: Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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