Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. This role emphasizes creating an inclusive work culture while delivering exceptional culinary experiences. You will inspire and develop your team, ensuring high standards in food safety and guest satisfaction. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. If you’re passionate about nurturing talent and creating memorable dining experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

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

Wagamama parties

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high standards for food and safety.
• Ability to inspire and coach a diverse team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and coach team members for success.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve great results.

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 providing excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying 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 that they belong, enabling them to grow and flourish in their roles.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions on your feet.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 your friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant persons or adoptive parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• 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

Additionally, 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 the Disability Confident scheme.