Restaurant Executive Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Wakefield. This exciting role involves inspiring your team to exceed guest expectations while maintaining impeccable food safety and quality standards. You'll play a pivotal role in creating a positive and inclusive work environment, fostering growth and development among your team members. With a generous bonus scheme and a range of perks, including private medical insurance and family-friendly policies, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food safety standards.
• Ability to train and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and coach the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Ensure all dishes meet high standards and maintain kitchen financials.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire our team and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed guest expectations while maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.

About 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.
• Dedicated to delivering an outstanding guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Experienced in maintaining impeccable food safety, health standards, and understanding kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Focused on creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• A proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year
• 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)
• First to experience new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

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.