Future Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Designate Head Chef in Cardiff, where you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. This full-time role emphasizes a positive work culture, coaching, and maintaining high standards in food safety and guest service. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Skilled in training and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training

Coaching

Problem Solving

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Future Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Chef 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and achieve excellent results.

About You |

• You prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• You are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• You are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

We’d Love to Hear From You

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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 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 program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.