Job Description: Head Chef - Embrace a Culture of Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately), Ipswich
Client: Wagamama
Location: Ipswich
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Details:
Position: Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Chef to inspire, lead, and develop our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive, inclusive work environment.
Responsibilities:
* Inspire your team to deliver high standards, going the extra mile for our guests
* Coach and develop your team to reach their full potential while driving performance
* Maintain high standards of food quality, health and safety, and cleanliness
* Manage kitchen operations including food costs, stock control, and labor costs
* Recruit, train, and nurture your team, fostering personal and professional growth
* Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued
* Make quick, effective decisions as a forward-thinking problem solver
Qualifications and Skills:
* Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence and effective delegation
* Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience
* Experience in managing food safety, health standards, and kitchen financials
* Strong leadership and team-building skills
* Commitment to creating a respectful and inclusive environment
What’s in it for you:
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
* 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to experience new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* National recognition through our 'Wok Star' program
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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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