designate head chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary world is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead and inspire a passionate team in Maidstone. This full-time role offers the opportunity to shape a positive work culture, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and maintain high food safety standards. With a commitment to team development and a focus on nurturing emerging leaders, you'll play a pivotal role in driving performance and achieving excellence. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. Join this vibrant team and make a difference in the culinary landscape!

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

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant individuals

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food and safety standards.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Drive performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving Skills

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Designate Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone

Client: Wagamama

Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

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 three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity with over 165 restaurants, 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 will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences by ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Commitment to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering growth both personally and professionally.
• Ability to create an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Strong problem-solving skills, quick decision-making, and forward-thinking.

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 earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends & family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Opportunity to be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• 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.

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