Job Title: Head Chef - Celebrate Individuality at a Leading Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately), Dartford
Client: Wagamama
Location: Dartford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." We are looking for a Head Chef to join us on our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.
The Role:
As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve outstanding results.
Requirements:
* Experience in fostering a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Ability to influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
* Dedication to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Knowledge of food safety, health and safety standards, and understanding of financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* Commitment to building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* A focus on creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected, valued, and able to flourish.
* Strong problem-solving skills, able to make quick decisions and think proactively.
What We Offer:
* 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% discount outside of work for friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to experience our new menus first
* Chef whites provided every shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star" through our recognition program
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.
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