Lead Culinary Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes fostering a positive environment while maintaining high food safety standards and driving performance. You'll be responsible for coaching your team, managing kitchen finances, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, the company offers a range of perks, including a bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

National recognition as a Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment while driving restaurant performance.
• Ensure high standards in food quality and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Qualification

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

You Will:

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food quality and safety, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Financial acumen in managing kitchen GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Forward-thinking and decisive problem-solving skills.

What’s in it for You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, at guests' discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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.

*Tips are distributed 100% to the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.