head chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Head Chef, where individuality is celebrated. In this full-time role, you'll inspire your team to excel in delivering exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on cultivating a positive work culture, you'll coach and develop emerging leaders while maintaining high standards in food safety and quality. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance. This is your chance to thrive in a dynamic environment that values creativity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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head chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately), doncaster

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

doncaster, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

head chef | full time

Three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a head manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a head chef, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, keeping standards high. You will coach and develop your team to be their best while driving performance and delivering results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship is essential.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, either through your efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and 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 your team feels respected and belongs, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

We'd love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be the first to experience 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

In addition, 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.