senior sous chef - celebrate individuality and creativity in culinary leadership (Hiring Immedi[...]

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef, where individuality and creativity are celebrated. In this full-time role, you will inspire and lead your kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. You will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, vibrant setting. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company that prioritizes culinary excellence and team development.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift, 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a Wok Star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communicator with a focus on team development and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests while maintaining high food standards.
• Coach and develop team members to excel in their roles.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

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Senior Sous Chef - Celebrate Individuality and Creativity in Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: Wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Need to Do

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What We Look For

• Experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communicator, capable of meaningful conversations with consideration and care.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and react to changing demands.
• Inspiring leader who engages and motivates their team to flourish.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• A forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

Benefits

• 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, vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift, 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First to try new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• 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 Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.