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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Designate Head Chef in Worcester, where you'll inspire a team to deliver exceptional experiences while maintaining high standards. Enjoy a vibrant culture that values individuality and offers competitive perks including bonuses, medical insurance, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen standards and financial performance.
• Dedication to delivering excellent guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain food and safety standards; manage costs and stock.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Problem Solving

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Worcester, 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 diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef to join our team and help us 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 continuously coaching and developing your team to achieve their best, while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Ensure every dish meets exceptional standards, supporting your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs; proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build and nurture your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences and high standards in food quality.
• Have experience in managing kitchen standards, financial performance, and cost controls.
• Focus on team building, recruitment, and ongoing development.
• Care about creating an environment where your team feels respected and supported.
• Are a proactive problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

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% 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 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

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.