head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (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 lead a dynamic kitchen team in an inclusive environment. This full-time role emphasizes the importance of individuality and diversity, where you will inspire your team to maintain high standards and deliver exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on coaching and developing emerging leaders, you will ensure that every dish meets excellence while fostering a positive workplace culture. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for personal growth. Join this vibrant team and make a meaningful impact!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop your team to achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem-Solving

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Head Chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), Wakefield

Client: wagamama

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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, drive performance, and achieve outstanding results.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedication to excellence in guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to 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 from our menu, plus 50% outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• National recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holidays, 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.