Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and dynamic restaurant group is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen operations in Colchester. This role involves inspiring a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food and safety standards. As a leader, you'll cultivate a positive work culture, focusing on team development and performance. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and access to earnings before payday. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and individual growth, making a significant impact in the culinary world.

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 work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Ability to maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards and manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Kitchen Financials

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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Colchester

Client: wagamama

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

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 from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team to achieve their best while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining excellent food, health, and safety standards, understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor 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 flourish.
• 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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adoptive parents
• First access to 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 program

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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