Gastronomy Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at an established restaurant chain. In this role, you will lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary, generous bonus opportunities, and a range of perks, including private medical insurance and flexible working conditions. This is not just a job; it's a chance to grow in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated. If you're a forward-thinking leader dedicated to excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food safety and health standards.
• Skilled in coaching and developing team members for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and coach team members to excel.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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London, 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 focus on personality over perfection — we call it be you, 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 will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and continually coach and develop your team to excel and achieve great results.

We’re looking for someone who |

• Prioritizes cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Is dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equips your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Has experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understands financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spots opportunities.
• Focuses on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Cares about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Is a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

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 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 every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.