Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Designate Head Chef in Milton Keynes. The role involves inspiring the team, ensuring high standards in guest experiences, and fostering a positive work culture. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Nationwide recognition as a wok star

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Milton Keynes

Client: Wagamama

Location: Milton Keynes

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection. We are looking for 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 to excel, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

About You:

• You prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your leadership empowers emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• You are committed to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• You are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like 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 in their roles and careers.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

We’d Love to Hear From You

What’s in it for You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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 for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay plus 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 programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.