Chef

Wildwood Restaurants Ltd; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier training

Supportive management

Flexible schedule

Paid overtime

Job summary

Wildwood Restaurants Ltd in Braintree is seeking a talented Chef to help lead the kitchen at our Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in the heart of the Braintree Freeport shopping centre. With 27 restaurants and ambitious expansion plans for 2026, this role offers room for growth and a hands-on, supportive team environment.

Advertised pay rate is with predicated service charge; you’ll receive hourly pay with additional hours paid, a values-driven culture, top-tier training, and flexible

Job description

We're on the lookout for a talented Chef to help lead the kitchen at our stunning restaurant, located in the heart of Braintree freeport shopping centre.

We’re part of a Mediterranean-inspired brand serving fresh pizza, pasta, and grilled favourites all with a dash of sunshine. With 27 restaurants and ambitious expansion plans for 2026, this is your chance to join a team on the up!

*advertised pay rate is with predicated service charge

Here’s why you’ll love it here:

• As it is an hourly pay if you ever work additional hours, you will always be paid. You never work for free for Wildwood!
• No crazy hours… no super-early starts, no really late nights, and we’re closed Christmas Day.
• Top-tier training to get you up to speed
• Supportive leadership from an experienced, hands-on General Manager and great Head Chef.

Why Wildwood?

• Perfect size: Big enough for career growth, small enough for real personal support.
• No corporate stiffness: Just genuine people, working together, and loving what they do.
• Clear career pathways: Whether you dream of becoming an Head Chef or just want to perfect your skills, we’ll help you get there.
• Flexible working: We understand life happens… let’s make it work for you.

We’re not just about great food; we’re about creating a place where everyone belongs. We actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.