head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a well-known restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring every dish delights guests while fostering a positive work environment. With a commitment to excellence in food safety and guest experience, you'll be instrumental in training and developing future leaders. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a supportive family-friendly policy. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Skilled in team development and mentoring emerging leaders.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards of quality and presentation.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Job description

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Manager to join us in nourishing both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and continually develop your team to achieve their best while delivering exceptional 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 training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and has a sense of belonging, allowing them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.