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senior sous chef - Emphasis on Personal Growth and Team Development (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke
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wagamama
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Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
senior sous chef | full time
three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What we look for |
* Experience leading a kitchen team as a head chef or senior sous chef, driving performance through positive behaviour in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations that ensure your team feels heard and supported.
* Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
* Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive in their roles and careers.
* Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* A forward-thinking problem solver capable of quick decision-making.
Benefits |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
* Share of tips (tips go directly to teams, vary by restaurant, discretionary, not guaranteed).
* Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Early access to new menus.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our programme.
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.
*Tips are entirely at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.
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