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08.05.2025
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Head Chef | Full Time | Tunbridge Wells
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 seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and inspire excellence.
The role |
As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential, driving performance and delivering outstanding results.
We'd love to hear from you if 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.
* Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring each dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively identifying opportunities.
* Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.
We'd love to hear from you
What's in it for you |
* Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Be the first to try our new menus
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program
We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.
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