head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role emphasizes the importance of personality and diversity, allowing you to cultivate a positive work culture while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You'll have the opportunity to inspire your team, maintain high culinary standards, and drive performance. With a range of enticing perks, including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance, this position offers both personal and professional growth. Join a forward-thinking company that values your unique contributions and celebrates individuality.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

New menu experiences

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Strong leadership skills focused on team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Guest Experience Excellence

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

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head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

head chef | full time

three whole 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 us all from bowl, to soul.

the role |

as a head chef, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, keeping expectations and standards high. you will coach and develop your team to excel while driving performance and achieving excellent 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 is key, as you provide training, coaching, and mentorship.
• are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as 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 that they belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

we'd love to hear from you

wok’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 your friends and family
• industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant persons or adopters 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 program

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

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