Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Kitchen Operations Leader to join their vibrant team in Exeter. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and develop a diverse kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will lead by example, fostering an inclusive environment that values every team member. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift, making this a truly rewarding opportunity for culinary leaders.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Recognition program

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and financial management.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Financial Management

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Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately), Exeter

Client: wagamama

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time | Exeter

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 Kitchen Operations Leader to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve 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 dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring each dish meets exceptional standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining high standards for food safety, health, and safety, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

What’s in it for you?

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus
• 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 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
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

We also offer pension schemes, 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.