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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef at a renowned restaurant group. This exciting role offers the chance to inspire your team, maintain exceptional food quality, and foster a positive work environment. With a focus on team development and operational excellence, you'll play a crucial role in delivering outstanding guest experiences. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and more. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000/year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Nationwide recognition as a wok star

Pension scheme and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and ensuring food safety.
• Ability to coach and develop team members for growth.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high standards.
• Drive performance and ensure operational excellence in kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Team Building

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Food Quality and Safety Standards

Job description

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colchester, 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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Designate Head Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating an inclusive, positive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring high standards in food quality and safety.
• Have experience managing kitchen operations, including financial performance, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Value creating an environment where team members feel respected and belong.
• Are a proactive problem solver who can make quick decisions.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000/year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

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