designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire your team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high food quality standards. You will play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive work environment and developing your team's skills through mentorship. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and the chance to work with innovative menus. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to experience new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen financials and ensuring food quality.
• Ability to inspire and mentor team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and develop team members through coaching.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Guest Service Excellence

Kitchen Financial Management

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Designate Head Chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and develop your team members through coaching and mentorship.

We’d love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest service and ensuring food quality and safety standards are met.
• Have experience managing kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building, recruitment, and professional development.
• Care about fostering an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Are a proactive problem solver who can make quick decisions.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.