head chef - Inclusive Work Culture Emphasis (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role emphasizes leadership, culinary excellence, and fostering a positive work culture. You'll be responsible for motivating your team, ensuring high standards in food quality and safety, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued. With a strong focus on personal development and team empowerment, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape future culinary leaders. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and access to exclusive perks, while making a meaningful impact in the kitchen.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and inspire kitchen team to exceed expectations.
• Ensure every dish meets exceptional standards and maintain food safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

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head chef - Inclusive Work Culture Emphasis (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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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

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 our team and deliver exceptional guest experiences, helping us nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you'll motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving outstanding results.

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 exceptional standards, either through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour 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 on your feet and make quick decisions.

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
• An 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

In addition, 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 Disability Confident.