head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Bristol. This role emphasizes the importance of personality and inclusivity, fostering a positive work environment while maintaining high culinary standards. As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while managing kitchen operations effectively. With a range of enticing perks including a generous bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies, this is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about culinary excellence and team development. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and empowers its staff to thrive.

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 policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition through 'Wok Star' programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Coach and develop team members for outstanding results.
• Ensure every dish meets exceptional standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Head Chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate differences and prioritize personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be wagamama." We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive, inclusive work environment.

The Role:

1. Inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, maintaining high expectations and standards.
2. Coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, driving performance and delivering outstanding results.

About You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Ensure every dish meets exceptional standards, fostering a commitment to guest experience and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs; identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build and nurture your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where your team feels respected, valued, and able to flourish.
• Be 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 your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (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 and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our "Wok Star" programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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.