Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Dartford
Client: Wagamama
Location: Dartford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 7
Posted: 10.05.2025
Expiry Date: 24.06.2025
Job Description:
Deputy Head Chef | Full Time
Join Wagamama, a vibrant restaurant chain with over 165 locations across the UK and Ireland. We celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection. We are looking for a Deputy Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and contribute to our mission to nourish both body and soul.
The Role:
As a Deputy Head Chef, you will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be a food quality expert, inspiring and engaging your team to uphold high standards and deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Responsibilities:
* Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
* Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning and stock control.
* Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards are maintained.
* Understand and contribute to the financial performance of the kitchen.
We’d Love to Hear from You:
* You are passionate about supporting and developing your team.
* You have experience managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
* You understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* You enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives.
What’s in It for You:
* Biweekly pay and a share of tips.
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
* £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
* Flexible hours to support your side hustle.
* Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work.
* Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Uniform provided for each shift.
* Opportunity to try new menus first.
* Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
* Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'.
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.
*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.
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