Gastronomy Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their culinary team in Chesterfield. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, focusing on creating exceptional guest experiences while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. You'll be responsible for training and mentoring emerging leaders, maintaining high food safety standards, and driving team performance. With a robust bonus scheme and various perks, this opportunity allows you to thrive in a supportive environment that values personal and professional growth. Join us in this exciting journey to nourish from bowl to soul!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition programme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Coach and develop team members for outstanding performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Team Building

Job description

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Gastronomy Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chesterfield, 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

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

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 excel, driving performance and achieving outstanding 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 delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is well-equipped with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying 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 able to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking 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 annually
• 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 work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Be among 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 programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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.