designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Designate Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. You will lead a passionate team in delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards in food safety and kitchen management. This role offers a unique opportunity to cultivate a positive work culture, influence emerging leaders, and ensure every dish meets exceptional standards. With a range of attractive perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Strong focus on guest experience and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain food safety and health standards while managing kitchen finances.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Client:

wagamama

Location:

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

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be wagamama." We are seeking a Designate Head Chef 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to perform at their best, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

About You

• You prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders is demonstrated through your training, coaching, and mentorship skills.
• You are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• You are experienced in maintaining impeccable food safety, health and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions on your feet.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• 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 policies, including 26 weeks full pay plus 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 through our "Wok Star" program

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

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

Important Note

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom