designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Designate Head Chef, where you will lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role emphasizes cultivating a positive and inclusive culture while delivering exceptional guest experiences. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, you will coach and mentor emerging leaders, ensuring every dish meets high standards. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. If you are a dynamic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Opportunity to experience new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food and safety standards.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and foster an inclusive work environment.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality and diversity, wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is seeking a Designate Head Chef to join our journey of nourishing from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, drive performance, and achieve outstanding results.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

We’d Love to Hear From You

What’s In It for You:

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

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

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