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Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Basildon
Client: Wagamama
Location: Basildon, United Kingdom
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
Be part of our exciting new opening!
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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 will 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 exceptional results.
What we look for:
* Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations
* Excellent standards in food, health, and safety
* Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
* Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth within your team
* Forward-thinking problem solver with quick decision-making skills
What we offer:
* Bonus scheme up to £3,000/year
* Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream
* Share of tips
* Free food on shift and 50% outside of work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies
* First access to 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, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.
*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.
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