head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain, where diversity and personality are celebrated. In this role, you will inspire and lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive work environment. You will be responsible for maintaining food quality and safety, managing financial performance, and fostering team development. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity and personal growth, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting. Join a forward-thinking company that values your individuality and leadership skills.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food quality standards.
• Strong financial acumen for managing stock control and labor costs.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Oversee food quality, health and safety standards, and financial performance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Coaching and Mentorship

Problem Solving

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Edinburgh, 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, we celebrate diversity and personality over perfection – we call it "Be You, Be Wagamama". With over 165 restaurants, 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 |

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver outstanding guest experiences, maintain high standards, and develop your team’s skills through coaching and mentorship. You will also oversee food quality, health and safety standards, and manage financial performance including stock control, gross profit, and labor costs.

About You |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and empowering emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Value creating an environment where your team feels respected and has a sense of belonging.
• A proactive problem solver who can make quick, effective decisions.

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 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)
• First to experience 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

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.