head chef - Embrace Diversity and Personality (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Woking. This full-time role emphasizes individuality and diversity, encouraging you to cultivate an inclusive work culture while delivering exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on mentorship and team development, you will inspire your staff to excel and maintain the highest culinary standards. This position comes with a competitive bonus scheme and various perks, including private medical insurance and free meals on shift. Join a forward-thinking company that values personality and fosters growth!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Skilled in food safety, financial management, and team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure high food safety and quality standards are maintained.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentorship

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Woking, 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 three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we value personality over perfection — we call it "Be You, Be Wagamama." With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for 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 go the extra mile for our guests, maintaining high expectations and standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel while driving performance and delivering exceptional results.

About You

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Dedicated to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focused on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Caring about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, 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.