head chef

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Bristol is seeking a Head Chef to inspire their team and deliver exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will maintain high food safety standards, provide coaching and mentorship, and create a positive work environment. This role offers a bonus scheme, food allowances, and extensive family-friendly policies, making it a great opportunity for those who are passionate about culinary excellence and team success.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Wagamama food allowance

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents

Gym memberships

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Experience in stock control and labor costs.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to exceed guest expectations.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Drive performance delivering exceptional results.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Coaching and mentorship

Problem solving

Decision making

Job description

Head Chef | Full Time

With over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we at Wagamama value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With more than 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and delivering exceptional 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 influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering an outstanding guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your efforts or by enabling your team.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, while proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering both personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, allowing them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking 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 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Wagamama food allowance
• 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 policies, including 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 each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
• Recognition nationwide as a wok star through our national recognition programme

In addition, 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 Disability Confident.