Executive Culinary Director

1 week ago


Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom wagamama Full time

Lead Our Kitchen Team

As a Head Chef at wagamama, you will be responsible for inspiring your team to deliver exceptional results. You will coach and develop your team members to be the best they can be, while driving performance and delivering amazing results.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prioritise creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
  • Ensure every dish is prepared to exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
  • Oversee the kitchen's food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
  • Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth among your team members.
  • Create an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, allowing them to flourish in their role and career.
  • Be a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

What We Offer:

  • Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
  • Private medical insurance
  • Free food on shift – yes, anything from our menu, plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends and family
  • Industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay)
  • Be the first to experience our brand-new menus
  • Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
  • Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
  • Be known nationwide as a Wok Star – our national recognition programme

In addition to this, we offer all the usual benefits, including a pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

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