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Head Chef - Inclusive Work Culture Emphasis (Hiring Immediately), Bedford
Client: wagamama
Location: Bedford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
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 prioritize personality over perfection—be yourself, be wagamama. We are looking for a Head Chef to inspire our team and deliver exceptional experiences to our guests.
The Role:
As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.
We'd love to hear from you if you:
* Prioritize cultivating an inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
* Have experience maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Care about creating an environment where team members feel respected, valued, and able to thrive.
* Are a proactive problem solver, quick to make decisions and think on your feet.
What’s in it for you:
* Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to experience new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, 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.
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