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Senior Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
Designate Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager 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. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving excellent results.
If you |
* Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Are committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and your team is well-equipped and motivated.
* Are experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Focus on team building and development, fostering both personal and professional growth.
* Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
* Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think 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 policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* 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 allowance, 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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