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

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef, where your leadership will inspire excellence in service and culinary standards. This role offers the chance to shape a positive work culture while ensuring every dish meets the highest quality. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you’ll foster a nurturing environment for your team. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity, making a meaningful impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food and safety standards.
• Ability to train and mentor team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional service and maintain high standards.
• Focus on creating a positive and inclusive work culture.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Team Building

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Edinburgh, 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 value personality over perfection—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 service, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve great results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive and 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 your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like 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 your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make sound decisions.

What’s in it for you:

• 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 for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant and adoptive parents
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition through our Wok Star program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.