head chef - Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where you will inspire a diverse kitchen team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. This role emphasizes emotional intelligence and effective leadership, allowing you to cultivate a positive work culture. With a commitment to excellence, you will train and mentor emerging leaders while maintaining high food safety standards. Enjoy a rewarding work environment with numerous perks, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, making this an exciting opportunity for passionate culinary professionals.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Skilled in training, coaching, and fostering team development.

Responsibilities

• Motivate your team to exceed expectations and maintain high standards.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences and uphold food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Training and Coaching

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Head Chef - Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Wagamama

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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• Posted: 08.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value 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 high standards and exceptional guest experiences. Join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously develop skills to deliver outstanding results.

About You

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to flourish.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide "Wok Star" program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.