Gastronomy Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative gastronomy leader is seeking a passionate Head Chef to join their vibrant team in Leeds. In this role, you'll inspire and mentor your kitchen staff, ensuring exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. You will play a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive work culture, empowering your team to thrive. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary with a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and numerous perks including free meals and discounts. If you're a proactive leader with a flair for creativity, this is the perfect chance to elevate your culinary career!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

Culinary Degree

Food Safety Certification

Job description

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 individuality and personality over perfection. We are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish mind and body.

The Role |

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

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions.

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 and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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