head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef in High Wycombe, where you'll lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen. This role emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and personal growth, ensuring that every dish meets exceptional standards. With a strong focus on team development and a supportive work culture, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying benefits like a bonus scheme and comprehensive medical insurance. If you're dedicated to culinary excellence and fostering a positive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food standards.
• Strong focus on creating an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and quality.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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head chef - Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), high wycombe

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

high wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

head chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a head chef to join our journey of nourishing from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a head chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, 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 belonging, enabling them to flourish.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• 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.