Executive Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant group. In this full-time role, you will lead and inspire your kitchen team, ensuring exceptional food quality and guest experiences. With a focus on personal and professional development, you will foster a positive work culture while maintaining high food safety standards. Enjoy a variety of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and discounts on meals. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant individuals

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Gym memberships

Cycle-to-work schemes

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Skilled in coaching and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and service.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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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, with over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we value personality over perfection. We are looking for a Head Manager to join our journey to nourish both body and soul across our 165+ restaurants.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize fostering a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering growth both personally and professionally.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions 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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.