Future Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant group as a Designate Head Chef in Guildford. You'll inspire your team, maintain high standards, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy a supportive work culture with excellent benefits, including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor team members for personal growth.
• Maintain financial aspects, including gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Job description

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Future Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Guildford

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity across 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection—be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results.

You should:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Be dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards in your kitchen. Understand the financial aspects, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Cultivate an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and adaptability.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• 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 experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition through our 'Wok Star' programme

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.