Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Sous Chef at an industry-leading restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive environment. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and an annual bonus, along with numerous perks like free meals and a family-friendly policy. Be part of a vibrant culture that celebrates individuality and recognizes your contributions. If you're ready to make a difference in a fast-paced kitchen, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and training team members.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food quality.
• Manage shifts and ensure proper kitchen coverage.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Shift Planning

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Warrington, Cheshire

Client: Wagamama

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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're looking for a Sous Chef to join us in our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

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

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and development to help them excel and maintain high standards
• Have experience managing the line, planning shifts to ensure proper coverage, and coaching on the go
• Support your kitchen’s food, health, safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

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 hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% outside of work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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 left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.