Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where individuality is celebrated, and high standards are paramount. In this full-time role, you'll lead a passionate team to create exceptional dining experiences while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. With opportunities for personal growth and a generous bonus scheme, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in a vibrant environment. Enjoy perks like free meals, private medical insurance, and recognition as a wok star. If you're a proactive leader with a passion for culinary excellence, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

10.05.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality, wagamama values personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel while driving performance and delivering outstanding results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders is key, along with providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on team building and development, from recruitment to ongoing growth, fostering personal and professional development.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus
• 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 parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be among the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition 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 proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.