head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking restaurant group as a Head Chef, where personality is valued over perfection. This role involves inspiring a diverse team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. Enjoy a supportive environment that fosters growth and creativity while enjoying perks like a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance. If you’re passionate about food and leading a team, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark in a dynamic kitchen setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Strong emotional intelligence and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Team Building

Food Safety Standards

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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Head Chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), Bath

Client: wagamama

Location: Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to perform at their best, ensuring excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating an inclusive, positive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First access to our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.