Future Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Leeds is seeking a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work culture. The role includes coaching and developing your team while managing kitchen operations effectively. Join a company that values inclusivity and offers a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

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 scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring leaders.
• Understanding of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and drive performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Problem Solving

Job description

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Future Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection. We are looking for a Designate Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

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

About You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Ensure the kitchen's food, health, and safety standards are maintained; understand financial aspects like 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, enabling them to thrive.
• 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 your 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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.