head chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef at a leading restaurant chain. In this dynamic role, you'll inspire your kitchen team to deliver outstanding guest experiences while maintaining the highest food safety standards. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you will foster a positive work environment that empowers your team. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Strong focus on guest experiences and team development.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and coach the kitchen team to achieve exceptional results.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and financial standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Training and Coaching

Problem Solving

Job description

Head Chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—our 'Be You, Be Wagamama' culture. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

The Role:

You will motivate your team to go the extra mile, maintain high expectations, and continuously coach and develop your staff to achieve their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

About You:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Focused on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift (anything from our menu) and 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)
• First access to our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, 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.