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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Chesterfield. This role emphasizes a culture of diversity and individuality, where you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. With a strong focus on team development and financial management, you will foster a positive work environment that values inclusivity. This opportunity comes with a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a range of additional benefits, making it an exciting prospect for culinary professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and financial oversight.
• Ability to inspire and develop a diverse kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are consistently met.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Kitchen Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

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Head Chef - Embrace a Culture of Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

Client: wagamama

Location: Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive, inclusive work environment.

The role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation, providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences by ensuring food quality and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Have experience managing kitchen finances, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and adapt to changing circumstances.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% 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)
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition through our Wok Star programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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