head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative dining establishment is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a diverse kitchen team. This role emphasizes individuality and the importance of creating a positive work environment. As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team, maintain high culinary standards, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will be responsible for coaching emerging leaders while fostering personal and professional growth within the team. With a strong commitment to inclusivity, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving restaurant culture.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Strong focus on team development and creating an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and coach the kitchen team to exceed expectations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and guest experiences.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Preston, Lancashire, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be wagamama". We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

The role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and deliver outstanding results. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential while driving performance.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think 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% off outside 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 experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, 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.