head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to join their vibrant team in Wakefield. This full-time role emphasizes diversity and individuality, where you'll inspire and lead your kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. With a focus on maintaining high food and safety standards, you'll also empower your team through mentorship and training. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. If you're a forward-thinking leader who values inclusivity and excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a wok star

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to cultivate a positive work culture and empower team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop team members for performance excellence.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), Wakefield

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Wakefield, 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 diversity and personality, valuing individuality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear from You If 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.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like 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 valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We'd Love to Hear from You

What'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
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents 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
• National recognition as a wok star through our 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.