head chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef at a leading restaurant chain. You will inspire and lead a diverse kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and high standards in food quality. This role offers a unique opportunity to foster personal and professional growth within your team while enjoying a range of fantastic perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. If you are passionate about food, leadership, and creating a positive work environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and delivering exceptional service.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and develop the kitchen team to achieve high standards.
• Ensure all dishes meet quality standards and guest expectations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentoring

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belfast, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Chef to lead and inspire our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and excellent guest experiences. Join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

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

About You |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively identifying opportunities.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team, from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

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 work for 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 for every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition through our "Wok Star" program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, 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.