head chef - Inclusive Work Culture Emphasis (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this full-time role, you will inspire and lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and high culinary standards. With a strong emphasis on an inclusive work culture, you will coach and develop your team, fostering growth and professional development. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. If you're dedicated to creating a positive environment and delivering excellence, 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 provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Strong understanding of food, health, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead the kitchen team to exceed expectations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and guest experiences.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Head Chef - Inclusive Work Culture Emphasis (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client: wagamama

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 individuality and diversity. We prioritize 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 excellent guest experiences.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and deliver exceptional results. You will coach and develop your team, fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to providing excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering growth and professional development.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking 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
• 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 your 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 every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.