head chef - Innovative Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative culinary leader is sought to join a vibrant team in Basingstoke. This role offers the chance to inspire and lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on creating a positive and inclusive work environment, you will coach and develop emerging leaders, drive performance, and uphold operational excellence. Enjoy a rewarding career with generous bonuses, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy, all while being part of a company that values individuality and creativity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

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 program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary leadership and team management.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead the kitchen team to ensure high standards.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences through quality dishes.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Head Chef - Innovative Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: Wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences. Join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver outstanding service, maintain high standards, and foster a positive and inclusive work environment. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and 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 personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

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
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.