Restaurant Performance Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an exciting new opening as a Senior Sous Chef in a vibrant restaurant environment! This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, fostering a supportive atmosphere while ensuring top-notch food quality and safety. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll have the opportunity to drive performance and create memorable dining experiences. Enjoy a range of perks including bonuses, discounted meals, and family-friendly policies, all while being part of a company that values individuality and teamwork. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic culinary setting, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a wok star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver outstanding results.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen performance.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

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Restaurant Performance Chef (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: Wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Join our exciting new opening!

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being wagamama. 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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• 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, 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 guest discretion; they are not guaranteed wages.