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Senior Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Leicester
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Wagamama
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Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
Designate Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, with over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity across more than 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection. We are seeking 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 expectations. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, driving performance and achieving excellent results.
About You |
* Prioritize fostering a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Dedicated to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Experienced in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, with a good understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
* Committed to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* 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 annual bonus opportunity
* 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 to treat friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
* Be the first to experience our new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
* Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
* Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our 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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