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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef at an industry-leading restaurant chain. In this role, you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll cultivate a positive work culture and drive performance. Enjoy fantastic perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. This is a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment where individuality is celebrated and your contributions are recognized.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring team members.
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

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Head Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 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 diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it 'Be You, Be Wagamama.' We are looking for a Designate Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 outstanding results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is well-equipped and motivated.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on team building and nurturing, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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 — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (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 every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star through our recognition program

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