junior sous chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine Experience (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a junior sous chef to join their dynamic team in Hemel Hempstead. This role involves leading a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive work environment. With flexible hours, weekly pay, and the opportunity to enjoy free meals, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative atmosphere. Join a company that values individuality and offers various perks, including discounts and recognition for your hard work. If you're ready to take your culinary skills to the next level, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Tips Sharing

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

50% Discount Outside Work

Paid Parental Leave

Uniform Provided

Pension Scheme

Gym Memberships

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Expert in food quality and standards with strong food knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate your team to uphold high standards.
• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and work collaboratively.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Financial Aspects Knowledge

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

hemel hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 seeking a junior sous chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a junior sous chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with strong food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal candidates will:

• Support and motivate your team to uphold high standards
• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and work collaboratively with your team
• Understand food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrate team successes and recognize individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about team support and high standards
• Enjoy managing shifts and coaching team members
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are fully distributed to the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.