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Head Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately), Wakefield
Client: wagamama
Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 6
Posted: 10.05.2025
Expiry Date: 24.06.2025
Job Description:
Designate Head Chef | Full Time
At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection. We are seeking 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. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving outstanding results.
We’re looking for someone who |
* Prioritizes creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Is dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Has experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Focuses on building and nurturing their team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Values creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to thrive.
* Is a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
We’d love to hear from you
What’s in it for you |
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% discount 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)
* First access to our new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program
Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
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