junior sous chef - Thriving in a Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Junior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while managing shifts and financial responsibilities. Enjoy a diverse work environment where your contributions are celebrated, and you can thrive in your culinary career. With flexible hours, competitive pay, and unique benefits, this position is perfect for those who love to inspire and support their team in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Full pay for expectant parents

Uniform provided

Opportunities for training

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 leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support your team while maintaining high standards in the kitchen.
• Manage shifts, coach your team, and oversee financial aspects.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Management

Team Leadership

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

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junior sous chef - Thriving in a Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately), Hemel Hempstead

Client: Wagamama

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection—it's all about being yourself. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 excellent knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching on the go
• Understanding food, health and safety standards, and managing financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Celebrating team success 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 shifts and coach your team
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual contributions

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to experience new menus
• Wagamama parties and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, 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; they are not considered wages.