Executive Chef Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role emphasizes the importance of individuality and diversity, where you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on coaching and developing emerging leaders, you'll ensure that every dish meets excellence. The company offers a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about food and team development, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

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 of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Motivate the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure high standards in food safety and quality.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Job description

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derby, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and inspire excellence.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering growth and professional development.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• 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 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 for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we 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.