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

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role offers the chance to inspire a team, maintain high culinary standards, and create exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will lead a positive and inclusive kitchen environment. Enjoy perks like a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and access to earnings before payday. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting, where your leadership will shine and your contributions will be valued.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually

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

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and delivering high-quality dishes.
• Strong focus on maintaining food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Manage kitchen operations, including stock control and labor costs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Slough, 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 prioritize personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 outstanding results.

About You:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicate yourself to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring each dish meets high standards, and equip your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards. Understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Cultivate an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Be 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
• 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 adoptive parents)
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, 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 the Disability Confident scheme.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom