designate head chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This exciting role focuses on inspiring your team, maintaining high culinary standards, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you'll cultivate a positive work culture while managing kitchen operations effectively. Enjoy generous benefits, including a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a forward-thinking environment that values individuality and teamwork.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver excellent guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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08.05.2025

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Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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 excel, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders, providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

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% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• An 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star — our recognition program

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.