designate head chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Designate Head Chef to lead their team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, coaching, and maintaining high food safety standards. As part of a dynamic team, you'll be responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences while fostering personal and professional growth among your team members. Enjoy a range of enticing perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for development. If you're a forward-thinking leader who values individuality and teamwork, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual bonus

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

National recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Coach and develop team members for performance and growth.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality, wagamama has over 165 restaurants and values personality over perfection. We are seeking a Designate Head Manager to join our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to achieve their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We’d love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating an inclusive, positive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual bonus
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% 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
• First access to our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• National recognition program as a wok star

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

Be you, be wagamama

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