Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain seeks a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead a team in delivering exceptional guest experiences. The role involves maintaining high standards in food safety and fostering a positive work culture. Join us to nourish from bowl to soul with a focus on team development and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

Nationwide recognition program

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and coach team members.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Warrington, Cheshire

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire

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 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. 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 and continuously coaching and developing your team to reach their potential.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards.
• Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your 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
• 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition through our Wok Star program

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

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