designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; 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 team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role emphasizes the importance of personality and diversity, allowing you to inspire and develop emerging leaders while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to high food safety standards and team growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive culture. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and access to earnings before payday. If you're ready to make a difference and celebrate individuality, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Ability to cultivate a positive work culture through emotional intelligence.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Coach and develop your team, driving performance and delivering results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

Job description

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Designate Head Chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: Wagamama

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

Celebrating diversity for over 30 years, we don’t conform; we celebrate what makes us unique. At Wagamama, we value personality over perfection — be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Designate Head Manager 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 exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What You’ll Need

• Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable 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 from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think quickly and make decisive actions.

What’s in it for You

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat 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 try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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.