head chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where you’ll lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role offers the opportunity to inspire others while maintaining high standards of food quality and guest satisfaction. With a strong focus on team development and inclusivity, you will cultivate a culture where every member feels valued. Enjoy an array of perks, including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance, while being part of a renowned brand that celebrates individuality and excellence. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are dedicated to culinary excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Proven ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Experience in managing kitchen standards and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure kitchen health and safety standards are always met.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Guest Experience Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Analysis

Problem Solving

Job description

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Three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our continuous journey to nourish us all from bowl, to soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, keeping expectations and standards high. You will be continuously coaching and developing your team to be the best they can be whilst driving performance and delivering amazing results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders shines through as you provide brilliant training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to exceptional standards whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards are spotless, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, spotting opportunities and proactively addressing them.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development. You are committed to fostering personal and professional growth among your team members.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, allowing them to nourish and flourish in their role and career.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

We'd love to hear from you

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 – yes, anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends and family.
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay).
• Be the first to experience our brand-new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
• Be known nationwide as a Wok Star – our national recognition programme.

In addition to this, we offer all the usual benefits such as pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom