head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; 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 Sheffield. This role emphasizes fostering a positive and inclusive work environment while delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong kitchen management skills, financial acumen, and a dedication to team development. With a commitment to excellence and a proactive mindset, you will inspire your team and maintain high standards in food safety and operations. Enjoy a range of perks including a substantial bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies, making this opportunity truly rewarding.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift meals with 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Strong financial acumen related to kitchen performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Manage kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Food Safety Compliance

Financial Acumen

Team Development

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Head Chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 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 difference and appreciate 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 exceptional standards and a positive, inclusive work environment.

The role:

• Lead and motivate your team to deliver outstanding guest experiences, maintaining high expectations and standards.
• Coach and develop your team, driving performance and fostering growth.
• Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Manage kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Recruit, onboard, and nurture your team, promoting personal and professional development.
• Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick, effective decisions.

What we’re looking for:

• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and delegation.
• Dedication to delivering excellent guest experiences and maintaining high standards.
• Experience managing kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and health standards.
• Strong financial acumen related to kitchen performance.
• Commitment to team development and inclusivity.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift meals from our menu, with 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.