Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Designate Head Chef to lead a dynamic team in Chester. This role emphasizes the importance of individuality and inclusivity, where you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. With a strong focus on training and development, you will foster a positive work culture while ensuring high standards in food quality and safety. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies. Join a vibrant environment where your culinary skills can truly shine and make a difference.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

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 provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in a head chef role, inspiring teams and maintaining high standards.
• Strong focus on guest experience and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately), Chester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate 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 seeking a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance to achieve excellent results.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize fostering a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Focus on team building and development, from recruitment to ongoing growth, fostering a respectful and nurturing environment.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What’s In It For You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift, 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
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our "Wok Star" program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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 the Disability Confident scheme.