Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Watford. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team while ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. You will play a crucial role in managing kitchen operations, mentoring team members, and celebrating successes together. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of fantastic perks including free meals and discounts. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

30% earnings access before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Wagamama parties

Nationwide recognition

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and maintaining high standards.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and team coaching.

Responsibilities

• Support team and maintain high food quality standards.
• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts for adequate coverage.
• Oversee kitchen financials and celebrate team successes.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Job description

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Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior 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 Junior Sous Chef to join our team on a journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a growing 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.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Managing the line and planning shifts for adequate coverage
• Understanding food, health and safety standards, and managing kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and coach team members
• Have knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen financials
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual contributions

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages.