designate head chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Designate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in South West London. This exciting role offers the opportunity to inspire and mentor a diverse team while ensuring the highest standards in food quality and guest satisfaction. With a focus on cultivating a positive work culture, you will empower your team through training and support, driving excellence in every dish served. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. If you are a forward-thinking leader ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Nationwide recognition as a wok star

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Strong focus on guest experience and team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain food safety and financial performance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Metrics

Problem Solving

Job description

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Designate Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), South West London

Client:

wagamama

Location:

South West London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being Wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

The role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will motivate your team to go the extra mile, maintain high expectations and standards, and develop your team through coaching and mentorship to achieve their best while delivering outstanding 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 by providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the skills and mindset to succeed.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance metrics such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, allowing them to nourish and flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

We’d love to hear from you

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 – anything 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)
• 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 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

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