designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef, where your culinary skills and leadership will shine. This exciting role offers the chance to inspire your team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest food safety standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll cultivate a positive work culture that empowers emerging leaders. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and the opportunity to be part of a renowned dining experience. Embrace your individuality and make a difference in a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food safety and health standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a team to exceed guest expectations.
• Drive performance while maintaining high standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Development

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

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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 three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we prioritize personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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 reach their potential while driving performance and delivering excellent 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 influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by enabling your team with the right skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and 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 valued, allowing them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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 shift food — anything 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 persons
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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.