head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this full-time role, you'll lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. With a strong focus on coaching and developing emerging leaders, you'll drive performance and create memorable guest experiences. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and discounts on meals. This is your chance to flourish in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume kitchen environment as a Head Chef.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food quality and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

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head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." We are seeking a Head Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential, driving performance and delivering exceptional results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs — proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Value creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, 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 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work for 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 each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we 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 the Disability Confident scheme.