head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; 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 Worcester. This role emphasizes the importance of individuality and inclusivity, where you will inspire excellence and foster a supportive environment. You will be responsible for maintaining high food quality, ensuring safety standards, and managing financial performance. With a focus on team development, you will create a culture where everyone feels valued. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for personal growth in a vibrant and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and fostering inclusive environments.
• Strong understanding of health and safety standards and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Motivate team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high standards.
• Ensure food quality, safety standards, and financial performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Quality Management

Financial Performance Analysis

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

worcester, 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 | worcester

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on appreciating personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a head chef to lead our kitchen team, inspiring excellence and fostering an inclusive work environment.

The role |

As a head chef, you will motivate your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to reach their full potential. You will be responsible for ensuring food quality, safety standards, and financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.

We are looking for someone who |

• Prioritizes creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Is committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped and motivated.
• Ensures health and safety standards are met, and understands kitchen financials, spotting opportunities for improvement.
• Focuses on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering their personal and professional growth.
• Creates an environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Is a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions on your feet.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to 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 programme

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.