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head chef - Inclusive Work Culture Emphasis (Hiring Immediately), dartford
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
dartford, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
head chef | full time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a head chef to lead our kitchen team. Our ethos is about appreciating personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama.
The role |
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 excel and achieve outstanding results.
If you |
* Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in influencing and empowering emerging leaders, providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
* Are committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Have experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
* Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
* Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions 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
* 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
* Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme
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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