Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Portsmouth is seeking a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead a team in delivering exceptional guest experiences. The role emphasizes emotional intelligence, team building, and maintaining high food standards. Join a diverse environment that values individuality and offers numerous 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

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Holiday and training

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor emerging leaders.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop team to achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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 diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager 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 and achieve outstanding results.

We’d love to hear from you if 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.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on team building and nurturing talent, 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 thrive.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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% off outside 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 recognition programme

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.