Head Chef: Lead a Fast-Paced Kitchen + Premium Benefits

wagamama; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £8,000 annual bonus

£200 a month to spend at wagamama

Private medical insurance

50% off wagamama outside of work

Free meals on shift

Early pay with wagestream

25 days holiday

Job summary

wagamama Hull Kingswood is hiring a head chef to lead a brand new kitchen from day one. You’ll run the kitchen with energy and personality, build a strong team, and help us create something brilliant from the start.

Come as you are, get stuck in and make an impact from service. You’ll coach your team to grow in confidence and skill, keep quality sky‑high, stay cool under pressure, and champion Kaizen thinking so every bowl is something to be proud of.

Qualifications

• Lead the kitchen like it’s your own from day one.
• Maintain high quality in every bowl, every service.
• Coach the team to build confidence and skill.
• Stay calm under pressure and move fast.
• Embody Kaizen mindset to drive small improvements.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive team environment.
• Ensure consistent quality and fast service.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff.
• Uphold standards and hygiene practices.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Coaching

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama Hull Kingswood is hiring a head chef to lead a brand new kitchen from day one. You’ll run the kitchen with energy and personality, build a strong team, and help us create something brilliant from the start.

Come as you are, get stuck in and make an impact from service. You’ll coach your team to grow in confidence and skill, keep quality sky‑high, stay cool under pressure, and champion Kaizen thinking so every bowl is something to be proud of.