designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking restaurant group as a Designate Head Chef in Peterborough, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this full-time role, you will lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while fostering an inclusive work culture. With a commitment to excellence, you will coach and develop emerging leaders, maintain high food safety standards, and manage financial performance. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for personal growth. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

Pension schemes and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and guest experience.
• Ability to inspire and develop a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and financial performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

Team Building

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Peterborough, 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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it 'be you, be Wagamama'. Join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to reach their full potential.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedication to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety, as well as understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Ability to create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Proactive problem-solving skills, with the ability 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
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star' through our national recognition programme

Additionally, 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.