Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an innovative team as a Deputy Head Chef in Bournemouth, where you will lead a passionate kitchen team dedicated to delivering exceptional food experiences. This role offers the chance to cultivate a positive work environment while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a generous bonus structure, this opportunity is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic setting. Enjoy a range of perks including free meals, family discounts, and recognition programs that celebrate your contributions. Elevate your culinary career with us!

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with excellent food knowledge.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and coaching team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure compliance with food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Management

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Financial Management

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Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Deputy Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Deputy Head Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Deputy Head 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’re looking for someone who:

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

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.