Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Sous Chef, where your passion for food and leadership will create a vibrant kitchen environment. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety while celebrating individual contributions. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a £1000 annual bonus opportunity. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm provides a supportive atmosphere for personal and professional growth. If you're ready to make a mark in a dynamic culinary setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips

30% earnings access before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong understanding of food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, including food safety and financial aspects.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Coaching

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Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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 diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

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

We’re looking for someone who:

• Supports and trains their team to achieve high standards
• Manages the line, plans shifts, and coaches on the go
• Supports food safety, health, and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Celebrates team successes and recognizes individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours for side projects
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside of work
• 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
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.