Executive Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef in Crawley, where you will lead a passionate kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. This role emphasizes personal and professional growth, fostering a positive work culture, and ensuring high standards in food quality and safety. With a competitive bonus scheme and various perks, including private medical insurance and free meals, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment. If you're a proactive leader dedicated to excellence, this is the perfect chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop kitchen team to achieve high standards.
• Ensure compliance with food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Problem Solving

Food Safety Compliance

Financial Management

Job description

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Executive Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Manager 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 guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving outstanding results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards through your efforts and team development.
• Ensure compliance with food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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 experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we 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 the Disability Confident scheme.