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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Derby is seeking a Designate Head Chef to inspire a team and deliver exceptional guest experiences. The role emphasizes emotional intelligence, team development, and maintaining high standards in food safety and quality. Join a vibrant team that values individuality and diversity, with numerous benefits including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety.
• Ability to influence and empower emerging leaders through training.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop team to achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

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derby, 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

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be you, be Wagamama. 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, uphold high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to excel and achieve outstanding results.

We’d Love to Hear from You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by developing your team’s skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety, and understand kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, proactively spotting opportunities for improvement.
• 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 valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

Wok’s in it for You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift – any menu item! 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 the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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.