Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. In this role, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences through high-quality dishes and a positive work culture. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will mentor emerging leaders while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and financial management. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and the opportunity to be recognized as a wok star. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Holiday

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to manage food safety and financial aspects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed expectations and deliver results.
• Maintain high food safety and health standards while managing costs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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wagamama

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Bath, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being Wagamama. We are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to achieve their best 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. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belonging, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

Wok’s in It for You |

• Bonus scheme—up to £8,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift—anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.