Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef to join their vibrant team. In this full-time role, you will inspire your kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high culinary standards. You will play a crucial role in training and mentoring emerging leaders, ensuring that every dish meets the highest quality. With a strong focus on creating an inclusive work environment, you will foster personal and professional growth among your team members. This exciting opportunity comes with a competitive bonus scheme and a range of benefits that support your well-being and development.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in training and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Strong focus on guest experience and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dishes.
• Maintain high food safety and health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Telford, 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 worldwide, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

About You:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focused on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish.
• A proactive problem solver who can think quickly and make effective decisions.

We’d Love to Hear From You

What’s in it for You:

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food 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 try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our 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

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