Average Chef salary in St. Albans

An opportunity for an experienced chef to join our brand new café in Watford. Chef Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our culinary team. As a Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, food preparation, and ensuring high-quality food production. If you are a culinary expert with a flair for leadership and team management, we welcome you to apply. This position offers a minimum of 32 hours per week. Chef Responsibilities:- Manage and lead the kitchen team in food preparation and cooking activities- Oversee the production of high-quality dishes while maintaining consistency in taste and presentation- Ensure adherence to health and safety standards in the kitchen environment- Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and specials- Supervise kitchen staff, provide training, and maintain a positive work environment- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area Experienced Required:- Proven experience as a Chef or similar role in a hospitality setting- Strong culinary skills with expertise in food preparation techniques- Excellent leadership abilities with experience in team management- Knowledge of kitchen operations, including food safety regulations- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while upholding quality standards- Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus Benefits:- Competitive salary based on experience- Opportunities for career growth and development- Positive work environment with a supportive team- Employee discounts on dining options If you are passionate about creating exceptional culinary experiences and possess the necessary skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply for the Chef position with us. Join our team and showcase your talent in a dynamic culinary environment. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £11.75-£12.00 per hour Expected hours: 32 per week

head chef | full time at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life  we’re looking for a head chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment  the role |  as a head chef at wagamama you'll lead your kitchen team in the wagamama way, live + breath our people promise, values and embody core leadership behaviours. you’ll be responsible for ensuring that every dish served by the kitchen team meets our high standards. you’ll look after the development and growth of your team through inspiring leadership, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and high performing  our perks + quirks |  bonus scheme | up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity   private medical insurance + pension scheme  dedicated 6-week training programme  dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift  £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift   50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends  internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth  28 days holiday  kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure    family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay  financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life   what we look for |  an experienced head chef that is able to lead a kitchen team through positive behaviour + actions to drive performance in a fast paced + complex environment   a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported   experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless   experienced in understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit and stock control  comfortable managing the labour cost of your team, reacting to changing demands where necessary   passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong   an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career   the wagamama way |  kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet   three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds  all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different?  be you, be wagamama wagamama is proudly part of disability confident 

Head Chef, St Albans £40k+ tipsGreat opportunity for a passionate and inspirational Head Chef to join our clients' team based at this busy site in St Albans.Located in the heart of the city, this vibrant and busy site offers a variety of fresh seasonal menus from brunch to sharing plates, artisan pizzas, classics and of course, Sunday roasts. As the Head Chef, you will be* Responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen including ordering and stock check* Managing and developing your team of 11 staff* Overseeing all aspects of food health and safety* Working alongside the GM to drive the business forwardBenefits include:* An achievable bonus scheme* A share of gratuities * 50% discounted meals when you are working* 25% discount on food and 15% off drinks for you and your friends on your day off* Training and career development opportunitiesWorking hours are 5/7, 45 hours per week.You, as the ideal candidate, will be* a passionate and food driven Head Chef with a stable work history * experienced within a high volume kitchen (high street restaurant, hotel or gastro pub)* able to cook freshly prepared food * a strong leader with the ability to lead, coach and develop your team* financially aware and able to manage/work to budget* attentive to detail and presentation* genuinely passionate about food and customer service* able to work well under pressure remaining calm at all times Interested??Then apply immediately or send your updated CV directly to