Executive Kitchen Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, encouraging chefs to express their creativity while maintaining high culinary standards. You will coach and inspire your team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and fostering a positive workplace culture. With a focus on personal and professional development, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive and inclusive organization. If you have a knack for problem-solving and a commitment to excellence, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Nationwide recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to train and develop emerging leaders in a culinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional service.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards while managing kitchen financials.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Team Building

Job description

Client:

wagamama

Location:

luton, bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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 seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and continue our journey to nourish from bowl, to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional service, maintaining high standards and expectations. You will coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering both personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels respected and has opportunities to flourish.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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 + 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom