head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Brighton. This full-time role emphasizes creating an inclusive workplace culture while maintaining high standards and coaching team members. With a focus on exceptional guest experiences, the Head Chef will manage kitchen operations, ensuring safety and financial efficiency. The role offers various benefits, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies. Join this dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant culinary environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Provided chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Training programs and cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture.
• Strong understanding of kitchen safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Manage financial aspects of the kitchen, including stock control.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Kitchen Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Job description

Job Description: Head Chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: Wagamama

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Role Overview

We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team at Wagamama in Brighton. With over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity, prioritizing personality over perfection. This full-time role involves maintaining high standards, coaching your team, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards and delivering excellent results.
• Coach and develop your team, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Ensure food, health, and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Manage financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Recruitment and ongoing development of team members, promoting personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Make quick, effective decisions as a proactive problem solver.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence and effective delegation.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong understanding of kitchen safety, hygiene standards, and financial management.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
• Commitment to inclusivity and team wellbeing.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Private medical insurance.
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work.
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Provided chef whites every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition through our 'Wok Star' program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, training programs, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Join us and be you, be Wagamama!

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