Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain, where your leadership will inspire culinary excellence. This role focuses on developing your team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values individuality. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Be part of a forward-thinking company that celebrates diversity and empowers its staff.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and developing emerging leaders.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and quality are maintained.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Emotional Intelligence

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stevenage

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Position: Head Chef | Full Time

About Wagamama: Celebrating individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — be you, be Wagamama.

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, drive performance, and deliver excellent results.

About You:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards are maintained, understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Value creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide 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.