Executive Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef Manager to lead their kitchen team in Sheffield. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to inspire and develop a diverse team while ensuring exceptional culinary standards. With a focus on creating a positive work culture and delivering outstanding guest experiences, you will play a crucial role in the restaurant's success. Enjoy a range of attractive perks, including a generous bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits, while being part of a forward-thinking organization that values inclusivity and personal growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a head chef role with strong leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain high food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage food safety, health standards, and financial aspects.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Management Training

Job description

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Executive Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate differences and appreciate personality over perfection. We are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth professionally and personally.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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% off outside of work for 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 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 schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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