Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sous Chef Team Leader to create a vibrant atmosphere for both guests and team members. This full-time role is perfect for someone passionate about food quality and team development. You will lead kitchen operations, ensuring food safety and financial efficiency while celebrating team successes. With flexible hours, a generous bonus opportunity, and a range of perks, this position offers a fantastic chance to grow within a supportive environment. Join a company that values individuality and is dedicated to nourishing both body and soul.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

30% access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.
• Expert in food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and plan shifts effectively.
• Engage and inspire the team while ensuring high standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations Management

Stock Control

Coaching

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and continue our journey of nourishing both body and soul.

The role |

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

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to maintain high standards
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and 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 food on shift and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition through our nationwide Wok Star program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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 directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not guaranteed wages nor considered part of salary.