head chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Head Chef, where individuality is celebrated and diversity thrives. This exciting role offers the chance to lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you'll foster a positive work culture and drive performance. Enjoy attractive perks like a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and generous discounts. If you're a proactive leader ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a head chef role with a focus on team development and guest experience.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and quality.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

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Head Chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately), Colchester

Client: wagamama

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama". We’re looking for a Head Chef to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and achieve outstanding results.

Requirements:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to develop emerging leaders.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards, fostering a commitment to excellence in guest experience.
• Maintain impeccable food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, supporting their growth and success.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift, plus 50% discount outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star" through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.