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

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a renowned restaurant chain as a Designate Head Chef. In this full-time role, you will lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest culinary standards. With a focus on team development and a commitment to creating an inclusive work culture, you will thrive in a dynamic environment that values individuality. Enjoy a competitive salary with a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and unique perks like free meals and industry-leading parental policies. Join this forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in the culinary world!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition program

Pension scheme and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a kitchen environment.
• Strong focus on guest experience and team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure food safety and maintain high health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager 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'll coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Ensure food safety, health standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What’s In It For You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First to experience new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition program as a wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.