designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef to join their vibrant team in Bolton. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, focusing on excellence in guest experiences and maintaining high food safety standards. You'll cultivate a positive work culture, empowering your team through training and mentorship while driving performance and delivering outstanding results. With a generous bonus scheme and a variety of perks, this position not only allows you to showcase your culinary skills but also to grow within a supportive and inclusive environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this is the role 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

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen leadership role with a focus on guest experience.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience through quality dishes.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, 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

Celebrating over three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate differences. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, maintaining high expectations and standards. You will coach and develop your team continuously to be the best they can be, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders will shine through as you provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen, including 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 that they belong, allowing them to nourish and flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

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 your friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• 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 through our "Wok Star" program

In addition, 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.