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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive kitchen team as a Head Chef, where your leadership will inspire excellence and creativity. This role emphasizes cultivating a supportive environment, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards while fostering the growth of your team. With a commitment to diversity and individuality, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding guest experiences. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for professional development. Be part of a forward-thinking culinary environment that values your contributions and celebrates your individuality.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams with a focus on high standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead the kitchen team to exceed expectations.
• Ensure high standards in food quality and guest experience.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

London, 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 looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive work environment.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and deliver outstanding guest experiences. You will coach and develop your team to achieve their best while driving performance and results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating an inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering growth and professional development.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and adaptability.

We'd love to hear from you

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 – 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 adopting parents
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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