designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef who can inspire a team and maintain high culinary standards. This full-time role involves fostering a positive work environment, coaching emerging leaders, and ensuring every dish meets exceptional quality. With a focus on personal and professional growth, the ideal candidate will be a problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a journey that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

New menu experiences

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members for personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure food safety and quality standards are met consistently.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Problem Solving

Emotional Intelligence

Job description

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wagamama

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Newport, 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

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 while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating 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 committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding kitchen financials 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, enabling them to flourish.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions 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 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 through our 'Wok Star' program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holidays, 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.