Executive Kitchen Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Gloucester. This role emphasizes a positive and inclusive work culture where individuality is celebrated. You'll be responsible for maintaining high culinary standards, coaching your team, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. With a range of enticing perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values you for who you are and fosters a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

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 through 'Wok Star' program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high culinary standards.
• Strong focus on team development and creating an inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop kitchen staff to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are consistently met.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

Management Training

Job description

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wagamama

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gloucester, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

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

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your effort or by equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on 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 belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual bonus opportunity
• 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 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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.