Chef

Wildwood Restaurants Ltd; Wantage; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Wildwood Restaurants Ltd in Wantage is seeking a talented Chef to help lead the kitchen in our Mediterranean-inspired restaurant. You will work with a friendly team to deliver our fresh pizza, pasta, and grilled favourites with a touch of sunshine.

We offer top-tier training, supportive leadership, and a balanced schedule with an hourly pay rate that includes a service charge. Join a growing brand with ambitious expansion plans and clear career pathways.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and ensure high quality dishes
• Collaborate with management to maintain menu standards and timings
• Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff

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 Wantage.

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!

Here’s Why You’ll Love It Here

• Advertised pay rate is with predicated service charge
• 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.