Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive kitchen team as a Head Chef at an established restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to inspire your team while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. With a focus on leadership and development, you will cultivate a positive work culture and manage financial aspects to drive success. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme and access to earnings before payday. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team success, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Paid parental leave

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen teams and ensuring food quality.
• Strong focus on health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage financial aspects like gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Inventory Management Software

Job description

Job Title: Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Brighton, 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 nationwide. We are seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team, inspiring excellence and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

The Role:

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards.
• Coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, driving performance and results.

About You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation.
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, health and safety, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build and nurture your team through recruitment and ongoing development.
• Create an environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Be a proactive problem solver who can make quick decisions.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and events
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

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