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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant brand in Wakefield is seeking a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead a team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. Embracing a culture of individuality, the role involves coaching, operational excellence, and fostering a positive work environment. With a focus on inclusivity and personal growth, the Designate Head Chef will manage financial performance and ensure high standards of food safety. This full-time position offers a competitive bonus scheme and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Holiday entitlement

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure food safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a positive work culture through effective delegation.
• Manage financial performance including gross profit and stock control.
• Recruit and develop team members.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Job description

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Designate Head Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately), Wakefield

Client: wagamama

Location: Wakefield, 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

With over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, Wagamama is looking for a Designate Head Chef to join our journey of nourishing from bowl to soul. We value personality over perfection, embracing our 'Be You, Be Wagamama' culture. With over 165 restaurants, we are committed to excellence and inclusivity.

The Role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
• Provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to empower emerging leaders.
• Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Manage financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Recruit, develop, and nurture your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Be 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 a year 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% outside of work
• 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 program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, 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.