Head Chef: Lead, develop & elevate a fast-paced kitchen

wagamama; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £8,000

£200 monthly meal allowance

Private medical insurance

50% off wagamama outside of work

Free meals on shift

Chef whites provided

Earned pay access (Wagestream)

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay—

Parental leave benefits

First access to new menus

30% off at other brands

Job summary

wagamama is seeking a Head Chef for a full-time role in Edinburgh. You will run the kitchen like your own, lead the team, ensure top-quality bowls, and deliver fast, energetic service with vibrant, real food. You’ll coach staff, maintain high standards, and champion a culture of connection and creativity.

Join a fast-paced environment with no microwaves, where pride in food and people drives every service. A Kaizen mindset helps you spot improvements and implement them quickly, keeping the

Responsibilities

• Creating a place where your team feels safe, seen, and proud to show up
• Keeping quality sky-high. every bowl, every time
• Coaching your team to grow in confidence and skill
• Staying cool under pressure and being fast on your feet
• Making your kitchen a place where people want to work and guests can taste the pride
• Thinking with a Kaizen mindset: spotting small improvements and making them happen

Job description

wagamama is seeking a Head Chef for a full-time role in Edinburgh. You will run the kitchen like your own, lead the team, ensure top-quality bowls, and deliver fast, energetic service with vibrant, real food. You’ll coach staff, maintain high standards, and champion a culture of connection and creativity.

Join a fast-paced environment with no microwaves, where pride in food and people drives every service. A Kaizen mindset helps you spot improvements and implement them quickly, keeping the