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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Head Chef, where individuality is celebrated! You'll inspire a talented kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive work environment. This role offers the chance to cultivate a culture of inclusivity while delivering outstanding guest experiences. With a strong focus on team development and food safety, your leadership will drive performance and innovation. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a range of perks including private medical insurance and free meals. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and supports your growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a head chef role with a focus on team leadership.
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food safety standards and manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts

Food Safety Certification

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We prioritize personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama". We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive work environment.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver outstanding guest experiences, maintain high standards, and continuously develop your staff to reach their full potential. You will drive performance, uphold food safety standards, and manage kitchen operations efficiently.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think 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 pay day 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
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a "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.