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

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Designate Head Chef, where individuality and personal growth are celebrated. This role invites you to lead a dynamic team, ensuring every dish meets high standards and creating an inclusive environment. With opportunities for professional development and a generous bonus scheme, you will thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. Enjoy perks like free meals, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team empowerment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to exceed guest expectations with high standards.
• Coach and develop team members for exceptional performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Team Building

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Head Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: wagamama

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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

Celebrating individuality for over three decades, we embrace differences and value personality over perfection — we call it 'Be You, Be Wagamama'. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Designate Head Chef to join our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and delivering exceptional results.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

Wok’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% outside of 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 every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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