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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Southampton
Client: Wagamama
Location: Southampton, 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
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.
We are looking for someone who |
* Creates a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
* Ensures an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
* Maintains impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understands financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Builds a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Is a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
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 considerate and supportive approach.
* Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
* Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
* Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
* Forward-thinking and adaptable problem-solving skills.
What’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
* Share of tips (tips are at guests' discretion and vary by restaurant)
* Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to be the first to try new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition programme
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, 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.
*Tips are entirely at guest discretion; they are not guaranteed wages and vary by restaurant.
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