Head Chef: Lead a Fast-Paced, Flavor-Driven Kitchen

wagamama ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £8,000

Private medical insurance

Staff meals on shift

Discounts across wagamama and partner*

Job summary

wagamama ltd is seeking a head chef for a full-time role in a vibrant, high-energy kitchen. You will lead and develop the team, ensure fast, quality service, and take pride in every bowl.

The role rewards leadership with a substantial bonus and perks that support your growth and wellbeing. You will be responsible for maintaining consistent quality, coaching staff, staying calm under pressure, and driving continuous improvement across prep to plate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on quality and consistency across all dishes.
• Ability to coach and develop junior chefs.
• Calm under pressure with a proactive, problem-solving attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and manage service to ensure excellence.
• Maintain high food quality for every bowl with consistency.
• Coach team members to improve confidence and skills.
• Drive improvements using a Kaizen mindset to enhance processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality control

Kaizen mindset

Fast-paced kitchen

Job description

wagamama ltd is seeking a head chef for a full-time role in a vibrant, high-energy kitchen. You will lead and develop the team, ensure fast, quality service, and take pride in every bowl.

The role rewards leadership with a substantial bonus and perks that support your growth and wellbeing. You will be responsible for maintaining consistent quality, coaching staff, staying calm under pressure, and driving continuous improvement across prep to plate.