Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role involves inspiring and mentoring staff while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high food quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with a strong understanding of financial metrics and a dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace. With a variety of perks including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to experience new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in managing food safety and health standards.
• Ability to inspire and mentor kitchen teams.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead the kitchen team to deliver outstanding service.
• Oversee financial performance, including costs and stock control.

Skills

Food Safety Management

Team Building

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

The role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver outstanding service, coach and develop their skills, and maintain high standards in food quality, safety, and hygiene. You will also oversee financial performance, including costs and stock control.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating an inclusive and positive work environment, inspiring and mentoring your team.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences and maintaining high standards in food preparation.
• Have experience managing food safety, health and safety standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building, recruitment, and ongoing development.
• Care about fostering respect and belonging within your team.
• Are a proactive problem solver with quick decision-making skills.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.