head chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Head Chef where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this full-time role, you will inspire and lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences. Your leadership will empower emerging leaders through training and mentorship while maintaining a positive and inclusive work culture. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant restaurant environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams and ensuring high standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen financials and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food safety and health standards while managing kitchen operations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Management

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Food Safety Certification

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Head Chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately), Plymouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 6

Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on appreciating personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." We are seeking a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to go above and beyond for our guests, maintaining high expectations and standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential while driving performance and delivering outstanding results.

About You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders with training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting 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 team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

What We Offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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.