Job Title: Head Chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), Stevenage
Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is committed to celebrating diversity and individuality. We prioritize personality over perfection, embodying our philosophy: be you, be Wagamama.
Job Details:
* Position: Head Chef | Full Time
* Location: Stevenage
* Client: Wagamama
* Job Category: Other
* EU Work Permit Required: Yes
* Job Views: 3
* Posted: 08.05.2025
* Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
As a 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 full potential. Your role involves driving performance and achieving excellent results.
We are looking for someone who:
* Prioritizes cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Is dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Has experience maintaining high food, health, and safety standards, and understands the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Focuses on building and nurturing their team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Cares about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* Is a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on their 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 (any menu item) and 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
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition programme
We also offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Join us and be yourself at Wagamama!
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
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