designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead and inspire a dynamic team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes the importance of a positive work culture and guest satisfaction, encouraging the development of future leaders through mentorship and coaching. With a strong focus on maintaining high standards of food safety and quality, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape a thriving team while enjoying a range of attractive perks, including a generous bonus scheme and a family-friendly policy. Join this exciting journey and make a difference in the culinary world!

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 maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to excel in guest experience.
• Maintain high standards and drive performance in the kitchen.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

With over three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. 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 to excel while 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 is key, as you provide training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance 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 valued, enabling them to 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 (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 scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.