head chef - Innovative Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative culinary leadership opportunity awaits you as a Head Chef in Leicester. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity, leading a passionate kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. In this full-time role, you'll inspire your team, uphold high standards, and create a positive work culture. Enjoy a range of enticing perks, including a generous bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're ready to make a difference in a vibrant culinary environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Private medical insurance

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

National recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and ensuring exceptional food quality.
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and develop kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Uphold high food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Head Chef | Innovative Culinary Leadership (Hiring Immediately), Leicester

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Leicester

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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire our kitchen team, ensuring exceptional food quality and standards. Join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed guest expectations, uphold high standards, and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. You will coach, develop, and performance-manage your team to deliver outstanding results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are committed to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development.
• Care about creating an environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a proactive problem solver who can make quick decisions.

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 shift meals from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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.