head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Edinburgh. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, encouraging a positive work culture while maintaining exceptional standards. You will inspire and develop your team, ensuring outstanding guest experiences and compliance with food safety regulations. With a range of enticing perks, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food standards.
• Strong coaching skills to develop team members and foster growth.

Responsibilities

• Motivate team to exceed expectations and deliver excellent results.
• Ensure all dishes meet high standards and maintain food safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Emotional Intelligence

Job description

Job Posting: Head Chef | Full Time

Client: wagamama

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection—be yourself, be wagamama. We are seeking a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and guest experiences.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and deliver excellent results. You will coach and develop your team, fostering a positive work environment and driving performance.

We'd Love to Hear from You If You:

• Prioritize creating an inclusive, positive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering growth and professional development.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

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 and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (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 each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition through our national program, 'Wok Star'

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 proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.