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

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative restaurant chain is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead their team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, encouraging a positive work culture through emotional intelligence and mentorship. You will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards, driving performance, and nurturing team growth. With a competitive bonus scheme and various perks, this position is perfect for a forward-thinking leader passionate about creating an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering excellent guest experiences and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop a team through effective training and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high standards.
• Drive performance and ensure excellent results while fostering team development.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

York

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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, 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 will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and continuously develop your team to achieve their best. You will drive performance and ensure 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 dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food safety, health and safety standards, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and 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, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom