junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Hemel Hempstead. This full-time role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. With a focus on teamwork and individual recognition, the position provides a supportive environment where your contributions will be valued. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits 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

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and team support.
• Knowledgeable in food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and coach the team effectively.
• Ensure high food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Planning Shifts

Financial Aspects Management

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately), hemel hempstead

Client: wagamama

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Views: 3

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 and contribute to nourishing our guests and community.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay and tips
• 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 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 with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are given at guest discretion and are not considered wages; 100% are distributed to our teams.