Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Sous Chef in a dynamic restaurant environment! You will lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive atmosphere. This role offers flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a chance to earn an annual bonus. Enjoy various perks including free meals, discounts, and family-friendly policies. Be part of an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and supports your career growth. If you're ready to make a difference and inspire others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to Wagestream

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform for each shift

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a kitchen line and coaching team members.
• Passionate about food quality and team success.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to achieve high standards.
• Ensure food safety and manage financial aspects of the kitchen.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Line Management

Financial Acumen

Job description

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Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Hemel Hempstead

Client: Wagamama

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader who is passionate about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to achieve high standards
• Has experience managing a kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training programs, 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 vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.