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

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this full-time role, you'll inspire your team to maintain high standards and deliver exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on training and development, you'll cultivate an inclusive work culture while managing food safety and financial aspects. Enjoy perks like a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals while working. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

New menu experiences

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in a head chef role with a focus on team development.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead your team to deliver exceptional service.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

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head chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately), Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, 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

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. We are looking for a Head Chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional service, maintaining high standards and fostering a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to excel and ensure operational excellence.

We'd Love to Hear from You If You |

• Prioritize cultivating an inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to providing an outstanding guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and adapt to changing circumstances.

What’s In It For You |

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

We also 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.