designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and inclusive company as a Designate Head Chef in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role emphasizes cultivating a positive work culture, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and mentoring emerging leaders. With a commitment to food safety and kitchen financials, you'll inspire your team to excel while enjoying a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance. Be part of a forward-thinking environment where your contributions truly matter and help shape the future of dining.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Skilled in training and mentoring team members for growth.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure each dish meets exceptional standards and drive performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

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Designate Head Chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: Wagamama

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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 exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results.

About You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring each dish meets exceptional standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, with an understanding of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, quick to make decisions and adapt to challenges.

Welfare & Benefits:

• 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% off outside 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 try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• 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.