Executive Kitchen 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 Head Chef to lead their kitchen in Sheffield. This role is all about inspiring your team and ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards. You'll cultivate a positive work culture, focus on team development, and maintain high food safety standards. With a fantastic bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this is a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment. Join a company that values personality and encourages personal growth while delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Gym memberships

Cycle-to-work scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high food standards.
• Strong understanding of financial aspects like stock control and labor costs.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Job description

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Executive Kitchen Leader (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

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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:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 to reach their potential while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship is key.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your own efforts or by enabling your team.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• 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 valued, allowing them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• 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% outside of 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 every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• 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.