head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team in Manchester. This role emphasizes the importance of diversity and individuality, fostering a positive work culture while maintaining high culinary standards. As part of a forward-thinking company, you'll have the opportunity to inspire your team, drive performance, and create exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous bonus scheme and a family-friendly policy. Join this innovative team and make a real impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition programme

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Proficient in kitchen financials including gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and guest experience.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Head Chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: wagamama

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are looking for a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to perform their best while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

About You:

• You prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• You are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• You are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

We'd Love to Hear from You

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 — anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat 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 schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.