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Senior Sous Chef - Inclusive and Nurturing Team Culture (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire
Client: Wagamama
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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 | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection—it's all about being yourself. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our journey to nourish both body and 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.
What You Will Do
* Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
* Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
* Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
* Be 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 caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
* Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Understanding of financial metrics such as 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 and quick thinking.
What’s In It for You
* Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* Share of tips (tips go entirely to the team, vary by restaurant).
* Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside of work.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
* Opportunity to try new menus first.
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
* Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'.
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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.
*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips are discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.
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