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

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; 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 develop your team while ensuring high standards of food safety and guest experience. Enjoy a vibrant work culture that values respect and inclusivity, while benefiting from a generous bonus scheme and various perks. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment that prioritizes personal growth and team success.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards in food safety and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor your team for optimal performance.
• Maintain high standards and ensure food safety compliance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Team Building

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Aberdeen

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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 looking for a Head Chef to join us and continue our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to be their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards are maintained, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

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
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition through our Wok Star program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

Note:

If you are not a passport holder of the country where the vacancy is located, you may need a work permit. Please see our blog for more information.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom