head chef | nationwide opportunities

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Head Chef at a renowned dining establishment. In this role, you'll lead a vibrant kitchen team, inspiring them to achieve excellence in every dish served. Your leadership will foster a positive work culture, while your culinary expertise ensures that every plate meets exceptional standards. This role offers not just a chance to showcase your cooking skills, but also to mentor and develop future culinary stars. With a competitive bonus scheme and a family-friendly policy, this is more than just a job; it's a chance to grow and shine in a supportive environment. Join us and be part of a national recognition program that celebrates your achievements!

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Training opportunities

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and ensuring high standards.
• Ability to maintain food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure kitchen standards are maintained and financial performance is optimized.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentorship

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Head Chef | Nationwide Opportunities, England, United Kingdom

Client: wagamama

Location: England, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a3f9dac90710

Job Views: 21

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

The Role

As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, maintaining high expectations and standards. You will continuously coach and develop your team to be the best they can be while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders shines through as you provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to exceptional standards, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards are maintained, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth among team members.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Be known nationwide as a Wok Star – our national recognition programme

In addition, we offer standard benefits such as pension scheme, holiday allowance, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, Be Wagamama