Job Description:
Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and soul.
The Role:
As a 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'd Love to Hear From You If You:
* Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment 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.
* Have experience maintaining food safety and health standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
* Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth among team members.
* Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
* Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.
What’s In It For You:
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
* 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)
* Opportunity to experience our new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
* Wagamama parties and events throughout the year with VIP guests
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program
Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training programs, 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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