head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; 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 Bolton. This role emphasizes a positive work culture, where you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on coaching and mentorship, you will ensure that every dish meets high standards while fostering personal and professional growth among your staff. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. Join this innovative firm and be part of a journey that values individuality and excellence.

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

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and ensuring high standards.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver excellent guest experiences.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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head chef | full time | tunbridge wells

Three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a head manager to join us on our journey to nourish us all from bowl, to soul.

The role |

As a head chef, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, keeping expectations and standards high. You will coach and develop your team to be their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders shines through as you provide training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to high standards, whether through your efforts or by equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and spotting opportunities proactively.
• 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, allowing them to nourish and flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

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% outside of work to treat your friends and family.
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay).
• Be the first to experience our brand-new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
• Be known nationwide as a Wok Star – our national recognition programme.

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.