Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Operations Director to lead their culinary team in Coventry. This role emphasizes fostering a positive and inclusive work culture while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You'll have the opportunity to inspire and develop your team, maintain high food safety standards, and manage kitchen financials. With a competitive bonus scheme and various perks, this position offers a rewarding environment where your contributions will be recognized and valued. Join a company that celebrates individuality and diversity while making a significant impact on the culinary landscape.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

New menu experiences

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional service and maintain high standards.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

Client: wagamama

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 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 will inspire your team to deliver exceptional service, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve great 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 providing an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining impeccable food safety, health standards, and understanding kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through 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, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

We'd love to hear from you:

What's in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 your friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant persons or adopters receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• 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.

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