designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef in Brighton! This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on personal growth and team development, you'll foster a positive work culture while managing kitchen financials. Enjoy fantastic perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic environment that values individuality and respect.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen standards and financial performance.
• Dedication to team development and fostering growth.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure food, health, and safety standards are met and maintained.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Management Experience

Job description

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Designate Head Chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: wagamama

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants worldwide, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. We are looking for 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, maintain high standards, and develop your team to reach their full potential.

Responsibilities include:

• Fostering a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
• Providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Ensuring food, health, and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Managing kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development.
• Creating an environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Thinking proactively and making quick decisions to solve problems.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize a positive, inclusive work culture and lead by example.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences.
• Have experience managing kitchen standards and financial performance.
• Are committed to team development and fostering growth.
• Value creating an environment of respect and belonging.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver.

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 and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition program as a 'Wok Star'.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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