Lead Kitchen Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Southampton
Client: wagamama
Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
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 | Southampton | Full Time
Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team in Southampton. We celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection, and are committed to nourishing 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What You’ll Do:
* Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
* 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 with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
* Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.
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 with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
* Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
* Financial understanding of kitchen operations, including GP and stock control.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
* Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips are guest discretion and not guaranteed)
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* Opportunity to experience new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* National recognition as a Wok Star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle to work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
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