Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Operations Leader to inspire a team and deliver exceptional guest experiences. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, requiring strong leadership to maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will foster an inclusive culture, focus on team development, and ensure food safety while driving performance. With an attractive bonus scheme and various employee benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the culinary world. Join a team that celebrates personality and creativity!

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Opportunity to experience new menus first

Chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture.
• Experience in managing kitchen food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Motivate the team to exceed guest expectations and uphold standards.
• Drive performance and ensure food quality and standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Management

Problem-Solving

Team Building

Job description

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Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately), Colchester

Client: wagamama

Location: Colchester, 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 | Tunbridge Wells

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we prioritize personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Head Chef to inspire our team and deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and fostering growth.

The role:

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed guest expectations, uphold standards, and continuously develop their skills. Your leadership will drive performance and excellent results.

Requirements:

• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You will provide training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences by ensuring food quality and standards.
• Experience in managing kitchen food safety, health standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building, recruitment, and ongoing development, promoting personal and professional growth.
• Creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Chef whites provided daily
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

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