designate head chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. You will play a crucial role in nurturing talent and fostering a positive work environment while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and guest satisfaction. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary, a bonus scheme, and a range of benefits, including private medical insurance and generous family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about cooking and leading a team to success, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to try new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Skilled in training and developing kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and guest experience.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Job description

designate head chef (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We’re looking for a Designate Head Chef 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 service and high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.

About You:

• You prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• You are dedicated to delivering an outstanding guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped to do so.
• You are experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and managing kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering growth and professional advancement.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• You are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

What We Offer:

• 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 and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.