head chef - Embrace a Culture of Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will cultivate a positive work culture and empower emerging leaders. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and guest experience.
• Expertise in food safety and kitchen financial management.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Head Chef - Embrace a Culture of Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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Posted on: 08.05.2025

Expiry date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." We are looking for 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve great results.

About You

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, with a good understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactive in spotting opportunities.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work to treat 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition programme

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.