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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Basingstoke. The role emphasizes leadership, fostering a positive team environment, and maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety. Join a diverse team and enjoy various perks, including a bonus scheme and access to earnings before payday.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Tips sharing

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Creating a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Building a coaching culture with ongoing development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive and Diverse Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: Wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 our team and help us 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, drive restaurant performance, and deliver excellent results.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensuring an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Being a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions, and thinking on your feet.

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, able to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Experience ensuring food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial metrics like GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belonging.
• Forward-thinking 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
• Tips sharing
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure 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. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.