Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Designate Head Chef at an industry-leading restaurant group. In this exciting role, you will lead and inspire your kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you'll have the opportunity to develop emerging leaders and drive performance. Enjoy a range of attractive perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. This is a chance to make a real impact in a dynamic environment where individuality is celebrated.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and delivering high standards.
• Strong focus on training and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the kitchen team to achieve excellent results.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and guest experience.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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08.05.2025

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Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection, embracing what makes you unique. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef 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 deliver exceptional service and standards, coaching and developing them to reach their full potential while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

About You:

• You prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• You are committed to delivering an outstanding guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• You are experienced in maintaining food safety, health and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• You are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

We’d Love to Hear From You:

What’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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat 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 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

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.