Head Chef | Full Time
With over three decades of celebrating individuality, we don’t conform — we celebrate difference. We value personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.
The Role |
As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to exceed expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to be their best, driving performance and delivering exceptional results.
We'd love to hear from you if you |
* Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders is key, as you provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
* Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards through your efforts and by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
* Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
* Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.
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
* Wagamama food allowance
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
* An 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
* Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme
In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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.
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