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Senior Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke
Client: wagamama
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Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
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Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Designate Head Chef | Full Time
At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value 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'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and develop your team to their full potential. You will drive performance and ensure excellent results.
About You:
* You prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentorship, empowering emerging leaders.
* You are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* You ensure your kitchen adheres to food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
* You focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
* You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.
We'd Love to Hear from You
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% off 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 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.
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