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Senior Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Basildon
Client: Wagamama
Location: Basildon, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Designate Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and prioritize personality over perfection—be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Designate Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 achieve their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.
We’re looking for someone who:
* Prioritizes cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
* Is dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Has experience maintaining high standards of food safety, health and safety, and understands the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Focuses on building and nurturing their team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Cares about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and that they belong, allowing them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* Is a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.
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 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition programme
Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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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