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

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Designate Head Chef, where you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. We value individuality and diversity, fostering an inclusive environment for all staff. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus opportunity

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experienced in maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards.
• Skilled in coaching and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and expectations in food quality.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants worldwide, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are currently looking for a Designate Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests, maintaining high standards and expectations. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, driving performance and achieving outstanding results.

About You |

• You prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders is evident through your training, coaching, and mentorship skills.
• You are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• You are experienced in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

We’d Love to Hear From You

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus opportunity
• 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 of 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 for every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.