head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; 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 a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role emphasizes the importance of exceptional guest experiences, team development, and maintaining high food safety standards. You'll inspire your team while managing kitchen financials and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. With a commitment to diversity and individuality, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your leadership can shine. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team empowerment, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Retail and leisure discounts

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high standards.
• Strong focus on training and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Motivate team to deliver outstanding guest experiences and maintain high standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work culture through effective delegation.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional standards and a positive, inclusive work environment.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver outstanding guest experiences, maintain high standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. You will coach, develop, and empower your team to excel and achieve excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You will provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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 your 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

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.