Executive Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team. This role focuses on inspiring others, maintaining high culinary standards, and fostering a positive work culture. With a commitment to exceptional guest experiences, you will coach emerging leaders and ensure the team thrives in a supportive environment. The position offers a competitive bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and numerous perks, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Nationwide recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Proven ability to train and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards of quality.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Team Building

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08.05.2025

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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 Manager to join us on 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 reach their potential, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to providing exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We'd Love to Hear from You

What’s in It for You:

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First to try new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

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