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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team in a fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and empowered. With a focus on exceptional guest experiences, you will inspire your team to maintain high culinary standards while also managing the financial aspects of the kitchen. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance, while being part of a company that celebrates individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high food standards.
• Strong coaching skills to develop team members into future leaders.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and coach the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Head Chef - Embrace a Culture of Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Wagamama

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Head Chef to inspire our team and deliver exceptional guest experiences from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to go the extra mile, maintaining high standards and expectations. You will coach and develop your team to excel and drive excellent performance.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering an outstanding guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment onwards, supporting their personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We'd love to hear from you

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% off outside 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 experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star through our recognition programme

We also 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 Disability Confident.