Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Leeds is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead their culinary team. This role focuses on inspiring team members, ensuring high standards in food quality, and fostering a positive work culture. The successful candidate will enjoy various benefits, including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance, while contributing to a vibrant dining experience.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000/year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food and 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to experience new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive performance and ensure excellent results.
• Maintain financial aspects like gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We are looking for 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.

You should:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Be dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

We also offer pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.