Job Title: Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent
Client: Wagamama
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Details
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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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us in our mission 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 excel and achieve great 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, while empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
* Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities for improvement.
* Focus on building and nurturing your team, 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 in their roles and careers.
* Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.
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 — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of 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 every shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
* 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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