head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a leading restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to inspire your team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences through culinary excellence. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values personality and supports your professional growth. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Recognition programme

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams with a focus on guest satisfaction.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Guest Experience Excellence

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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bournemouth, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full time

Celebrating over three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. We appreciate 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, maintaining high expectations and standards. You will coach and develop your team to be the best they can be while 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 is key, as you provide training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor 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 that they belong, enabling 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
• 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 (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be the first to experience 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

In addition, 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.