Job Description:
Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.
The Role:
As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results.
You Are:
* Committed to fostering a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
* Focused on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.
We'd Love to Hear from You:
What’s In It for You:
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual bonus
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside 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 each shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
* Nationwide recognition through our Wok Star programme
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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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