Job Title: Head Chef - Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex
Client: Wagamama
Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Details
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* Posted: 08.05.2025
* Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description
Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama". We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences. Join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.
The Role
As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously develop skills to deliver outstanding results.
About You
* Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
* Committed to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to flourish.
* A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.
What We Offer
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift, plus 50% off 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 every shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Recognition through our nationwide "Wok Star" program
Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be You, Be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
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