designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; 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 kitchen team. In this full-time role, you'll cultivate a positive work culture while ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards. With a focus on team development and guest satisfaction, you'll drive performance and contribute to a vibrant dining experience. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. If you're a forward-thinking leader with a flair for culinary excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

Nationwide recognition through Wok Star programme

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high culinary standards.
• Ability to train and mentor staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and quality.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and prioritize personality over perfection. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us in nourishing both body and soul.

The role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to perform at their best while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship is essential.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by enabling your team.
• Are experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, allowing them to flourish.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition through our Wok Star programme

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

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