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

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Designate Head Chef, where you will lead a passionate kitchen team to deliver outstanding culinary experiences. This role emphasizes emotional intelligence and effective delegation, ensuring every dish meets high standards. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment, you will coach emerging leaders while enjoying perks like a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and discounts on meals. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant culinary setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in training and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop the kitchen team to deliver exceptional service.
• Maintain high food safety and health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants worldwide, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We prioritize personality over perfection, embracing our philosophy: be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking 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 service, maintaining high standards and expectations. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, driving performance and achieving outstanding results.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive, 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 every dish meets exceptional standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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 from our menu, plus 50% discount outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program

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