Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Chester is seeking a Designate Head Chef to inspire their team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role involves maintaining high food safety standards and fostering a positive work culture. With a focus on team development and performance, you'll be pivotal in driving success while enjoying various employee perks.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to empower and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Coach and develop team to achieve excellent results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Chester

Client: wagamama

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, with over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we prioritize personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team to reach their potential while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders is evident in your training, coaching, and mentorship skills.
• Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish 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
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family
• An 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 recognition program

Additionally, we 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.