Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where you will lead a dynamic team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role emphasizes the importance of cultivating a positive work culture and delivering exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will inspire your team to achieve excellence while maintaining high standards in food safety and quality. Enjoy a competitive bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and a family-friendly policy that supports work-life balance. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within a restaurant environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone

Client: Wagamama

Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate diversity and individuality. We value personality over perfection and strive to be authentic. 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 will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously develop your team to achieve their best while delivering excellent results.

Requirements

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Dedicate yourself to delivering an exceptional guest experience by ensuring every dish meets high standards, and your team is well-equipped and motivated.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities for improvement.
• Build and nurture your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and adaptability.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of 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 policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

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.