designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef, where your leadership will inspire excellence and creativity in the kitchen. This role offers the opportunity to develop emerging leaders while ensuring that every dish meets high standards of quality and safety. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions and provides numerous perks, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Strong focus on team development and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards in food quality and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Team Building

Job description

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants worldwide, we celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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 expectations. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

About You:

• You prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• You are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• You have experience maintaining impeccable food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and you proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

We'd Love to Hear from You:

If you are passionate about leadership in a vibrant environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What’s in It for You:

• 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 from our menu, plus 50% discount outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.