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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Head Chef, where individuality is celebrated and exceptional guest experiences are prioritized. In this full-time role, you will lead and inspire your team, ensuring high culinary standards while fostering an inclusive work environment. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will play a vital role in delivering excellence and nurturing talent. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining food safety standards.
• Strong focus on guest experience and team development.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and develop kitchen staff to exceed expectations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate differences and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire our team and deliver exceptional guest experiences, nourishing both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. You will coach, develop, and drive performance to achieve outstanding results.

About You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 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 try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition through our Wok Star program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.