designate head chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead a team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This full-time role involves coaching, maintaining high standards, and fostering an inclusive work culture to ensure team success. Enjoy a variety of perks including a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus

Access to earnings before payday with wagestream

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach team to exceed guest expectations.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences through training and mentorship.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Problem Solving

Job description

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Bath, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

For over three decades, we have celebrated differences and embraced individuality. At wagamama, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize fostering a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders is key, along with providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be among the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition 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.