Executive Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Head Chef in Kingston upon Hull, where you'll lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role offers the chance to shape an inclusive workplace culture while delivering exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on mentorship and team development, you'll drive performance and maintain the highest culinary standards. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. If you're a forward-thinking leader ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within a kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high food quality and safety standards are met consistently.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

Job description

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Executive Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, 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 looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship is key.
• Are dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• 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 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 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% 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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

Be you, be Wagamama

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