senior sous chef - Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where your leadership will foster a vibrant kitchen culture. This role emphasizes nurturing talent and delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene. With a focus on team development and performance, you will play a pivotal role in driving restaurant success. Enjoy a variety of benefits, including a bonus scheme and discounts, while being part of a diverse and inclusive environment that values personality over perfection. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team dynamics, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills and a caring approach to team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food standards.
• Ensure excellent guest experiences through quality food preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety and hygiene

Financial management

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08.05.2025

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22.06.2025

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senior sous chef | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection—it's all about being yourself. 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, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What you will do:

• 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 preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a strong team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Think proactively and make quick, effective decisions as a problem solver.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring team support and engagement.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (note: tips are guest discretion and not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition programs like the nationwide '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.

*All tips go directly to our teams; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.