Executive Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Sheffield. This exciting role emphasizes the importance of guest experience, team empowerment, and culinary excellence. You'll have the opportunity to cultivate a positive work culture while ensuring high standards are met. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a range of perks that make it an attractive career choice. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a journey that nourishes both body and soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Holiday leave

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and team development.
• Strong focus on guest experience and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure food, health, and safety standards are consistently met.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Guest Experience Excellence

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve outstanding results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience ensuring your kitchen's food, health, and safety standards are met, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

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 to treat your friends and family
• An 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

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.