Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant. This role is all about inspiring your team, maintaining high standards, and ensuring every guest has an exceptional dining experience. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll play a key role in fostering a positive work culture. Enjoy fantastic perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and the opportunity to enjoy delicious meals on shift. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and mentoring kitchen teams.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

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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 looking for a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both the body and soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and standards. You'll coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving great results.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every 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 performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu, plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• National recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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.