head chef - Innovative Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative culinary leader is sought to join a dynamic kitchen team in Colchester. This role emphasizes fostering a positive work culture, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and developing emerging leaders. With a focus on teamwork and individual growth, the head chef will inspire excellence while maintaining high standards in food safety and kitchen management. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and discounts on meals. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity in the culinary arts.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension schemes and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food safety standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop team members through effective coaching.

Responsibilities

• Motivate the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen financials.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Training and Coaching

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head chef - Innovative Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately), colchester

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

colchester, 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 individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. We are looking for a head chef to lead our kitchen team, inspiring excellence and fostering a positive work environment.

The role |

As a head chef, you'll motivate your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach, develop, and drive performance to achieve outstanding results.

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 dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards through your efforts and team development.
• Have experience maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth.
• Value creating an environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling their professional and personal growth.
• Are a proactive 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 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 persons
• First to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.