Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a dynamic team in a vibrant kitchen. This role focuses on inspiring team members, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining the highest food safety standards. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, you'll have the opportunity to cultivate a positive work culture while managing the financial aspects of the kitchen. Join a forward-thinking organization that values individuality and offers a range of exciting benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension scheme

Holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food and safety standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Coach and develop the team while driving performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

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dartford, 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 three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a head manager to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a head chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship is key.
• Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, while proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual 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% off outside work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting persons receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be the first to try 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

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.