head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; 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 Bristol. This full-time role emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive and positive work culture, where every team member can thrive. As a Head Chef, you'll be responsible for maintaining exceptional food standards and driving performance through effective coaching and mentorship. With exciting perks like a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance, this opportunity offers a chance to grow both personally and professionally while enjoying delicious meals on shift. Join a team that values individuality and excellence in guest experience.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and ensuring high standards.
• Ability to cultivate a positive work culture and mentor emerging leaders.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure food, health, and safety standards are met in the kitchen.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bristol, 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

For over three decades, we have celebrated differences and embraced individuality. We value 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 from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to achieve their best 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 through training, coaching, and mentorship is key.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience ensuring your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards are met, understanding financial performance 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 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 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 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.