Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; 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. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and develop emerging leaders while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on maintaining high food safety standards and financial performance, you will foster a positive and inclusive work environment. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and discounts on meals. Join a vibrant team and be part of a company that values individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition through 'Wok Star' programme

Pension schemes and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food safety and health standards.
• Proven ability to train and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards in food quality and team performance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentoring

Job description

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, driving performance and achieving outstanding results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• 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 valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be among the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide programme, 'Wok Star'

We also 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.