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08.05.2025
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Designate Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef to join us on our journey 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 and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve outstanding results.
We are looking for someone who |
* Prioritizes creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Is committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Has experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
* Focuses on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Creates an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* Is a proactive 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 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% 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program
Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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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