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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Designate Head Chef in Sheffield, where you will inspire your team, maintain high culinary standards, and create an inclusive work culture. Enjoy a supportive environment with excellent benefits, including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Skilled in coaching and developing team members.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Problem Solving

Job description

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Designate Head Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection — we call it "Be You, Be Wagamama." With three decades of acting differently, 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 will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and achieving outstanding results.

About You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, with an understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focused on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Committed to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make informed decisions.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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 of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• 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.