head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain, where individuality is celebrated. This full-time role in Glasgow offers the chance to lead a passionate team, ensuring each dish meets high standards while fostering a positive work culture. Enjoy a variety of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that values diversity and excellence.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

New menu trials

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to train and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and coach team for excellence.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentoring

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

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22.06.2025

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Head Chef | Full Time | Tunbridge Wells

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish everyone, from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve great results.

About You

• You prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• You are committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• You have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• You 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 share with 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our 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.