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

JR United Kingdom; Preston; 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 maintaining high culinary standards. The role focuses on team development, guest experience, and operational excellence in a vibrant kitchen environment. Join a culture that values individuality and inclusivity while enjoying various employee benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial aspects of kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards for food safety and health.
• Foster an inclusive work culture.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, 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

Celebrating individuality, wagamama has over 165 restaurants. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team to perform at their best, driving results and performance.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your efforts or by enabling your team.
• Maintain high standards for food safety, health, and safety, and understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, 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 flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive 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 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy—26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• 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

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