designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and inclusive company as a Designate Head Chef in High Wycombe, where you will lead a passionate team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This role emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and team development, ensuring that every dish meets high standards. With a focus on creating a positive work culture, you will have the opportunity to influence and empower emerging leaders while enjoying a range of perks, including a substantial bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies. This is your chance to thrive in a dynamic environment that celebrates individuality and fosters personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Nationwide recognition programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and drive performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

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

Client: wagamama

Location: high wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full time

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate diversity and individuality. We value personality over perfection, embracing what makes you unique. 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, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You will influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by developing your team’s skills.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like 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, 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 (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals)
• 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

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

Be you, be wagamama

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