designate head chef - Inclusive Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Designate Head Chef to lead their vibrant team. This role emphasizes nurturing talent, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high culinary standards. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, you'll be at the forefront of creating a positive work culture. Enjoy fantastic perks including a substantial bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and generous discounts. If you're a forward-thinking leader ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a wok star

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and mentoring team members to achieve high standards.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Development

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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08.05.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality and diversity, wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is 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 exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and can flourish.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, quick to make decisions and adapt.

What’s In It For You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our 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.