Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Sous Chef in a renowned restaurant chain, where individuality is celebrated. This role involves leading a passionate kitchen team, ensuring food quality, and maintaining safety standards. With a focus on team development, you'll enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a generous annual bonus. Experience a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers numerous perks, including free meals and recognition programs. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a dynamic culinary setting and make a meaningful impact on guests and team members alike.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off for Friends and Family

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Opportunities for Menu Trials

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with excellent food knowledge.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while maintaining high standards.
• Support food safety and health standards while managing costs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations Management

Financial Understanding (Gross Profit, Stock Control)

Coaching and Development

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Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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 personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for 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 passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with excellent food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to achieve their best and uphold high standards
• Have experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members on the go
• Support food safety, health and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay and a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side pursuits
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, 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 vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.