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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive environment as a Head Chef, where your leadership will inspire a passionate kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to cultivate a positive work culture while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on training and mentoring, you'll drive performance and operational excellence. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and the chance to be part of a recognized team. If you're a proactive problem solver who values inclusivity, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to train and develop emerging leaders in a positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Motivate the kitchen team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Ensure operational excellence and maintain food safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentoring

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Head Chef - Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment (Hiring Immediately), Peterborough

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. 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 continuously develop your team’s skills. You will drive performance and ensure operational excellence.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped to do so.
• Have experience maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a proactive 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 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% discount 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
• Be the first to try 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 programme

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

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