designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and inclusive restaurant group as a Designate Head Chef, where your leadership will inspire a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. This role offers a unique chance to foster a positive work culture while maintaining high culinary standards. Enjoy fantastic perks such as a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. Be part of a vibrant team that values individuality and diversity, creating memorable dining experiences for guests. If you're passionate about food and people, 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

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Holiday and training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a head chef role or similar leadership position.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

Team Development

Problem Solving

Emotional Intelligence

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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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize creating 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 dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your efforts or by enabling your team.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through 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, capable of quick decision-making.

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
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• 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 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.