Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Designate Head Chef in Brighton, where you'll inspire your team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on cultivating a positive work culture, you'll lead by example, maintaining high standards in food safety and team development. Enjoy competitive perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for personal growth. This role is perfect for passionate leaders ready to make a significant impact in a vibrant kitchen environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining kitchen food, health, and safety standards.
• Strong skills in training, coaching, and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: wagamama

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and develop your team to perform at their best while achieving excellent results.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining kitchen food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• 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 valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

Wok’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% off 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
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star through our program

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

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