Gastronomy Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their culinary team in Sheffield. This role focuses on inspiring and nurturing talent while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high food safety standards. Join a vibrant team dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where creativity thrives. With a generous bonus scheme and various perks, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic restaurant setting. If you are a forward-thinking leader who values diversity and excellence, this role is for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to train and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop team to achieve performance goals.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

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Gastronomy Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: wagamama

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 are looking for 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 to reach their full potential, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You 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 delivering an outstanding guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics 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 team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making 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 from our menu, plus 50% outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• 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.

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