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

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and inclusive company as a Head Chef, where you'll lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role emphasizes personal growth, team development, and culinary excellence, ensuring every dish meets high standards. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and discounts on meals. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and diverse workplace, this position offers the chance to make a real impact while enjoying a fulfilling career in the culinary arts.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Holiday leave

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high standards.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop kitchen staff to deliver exceptional results.
• Maintain food safety and health standards while managing kitchen operations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Standards

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Point of Sale Systems

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

head chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and 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’ll inspire your team to excel and uphold high standards, while coaching and developing them to reach their full potential, driving performance and delivering exceptional results.

If 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.
• Are committed to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisive 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 — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• An 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 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 leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.