sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and diverse environment. This full-time role offers the chance to inspire others while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. With a commitment to nurturing talent and celebrating successes, you'll enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of exciting perks, including a generous annual bonus and free meals. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and promotes a family-friendly culture, making every day a rewarding experience.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

New uniforms provided

Early access to new menu items

Nationwide recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to uphold high standards.
• Ensure food quality and safety while managing kitchen operations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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wagamama

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hemel hempstead, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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, committed to nourishing both body and soul.

The role |

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

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to uphold high standards
• Have experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Support food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• New uniforms provided for each shift
• Early access to new menu items
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition through our "Wok Star" program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.