Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant restaurant chain as a Deputy Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. Lead a passionate kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. Enjoy a flexible work environment with biweekly pay, tips, and a £1000 annual bonus opportunity. Be part of a family-friendly workplace that offers comprehensive benefits, including free meals and recognition programs. If you're ready to inspire and engage your team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Passionate about supporting and developing your team.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning and stock control.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Kitchen Operations

Job description

Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Dartford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 7

Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

Deputy Head Chef | Full Time

Join Wagamama, a vibrant restaurant chain with over 165 locations across the UK and Ireland. We celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection. We are looking for a Deputy Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and contribute to our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Deputy Head Chef, you will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be a food quality expert, inspiring and engaging your team to uphold high standards and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning and stock control.
• Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards are maintained.
• Understand and contribute to the financial performance of the kitchen.

We’d Love to Hear from You:

• You are passionate about supporting and developing your team.
• You have experience managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• You understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• You enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives.

What’s in It for You:

• Biweekly pay and a share of tips.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle.
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work.
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Uniform provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.