head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role emphasizes individuality and creativity, allowing you to inspire your team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to diversity, you will foster a positive work environment, coach your team, and maintain high culinary standards. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about leading a kitchen and creating memorable dining experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and mentoring a kitchen team.
• Strong focus on guest satisfaction and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Southampton, 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 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 us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 reach their potential while driving performance and delivering exceptional results.

Ideal Candidate:

• Prioritizes cultivating an inclusive, positive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Skilled in training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Dedicated to providing an excellent guest experience, ensuring dishes meet 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.
• Creates an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• 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 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 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
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our recognition program

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.