Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Exeter. This role focuses on inspiring and developing a diverse team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to high standards, you will manage kitchen operations, maintain food safety, and drive performance. The company offers a vibrant work culture, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth. If you are a forward-thinking leader who values inclusivity and team development, this is the perfect opportunity 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 outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

National recognition as a wok star

Pension schemes and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Strong leadership skills in training and mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Exeter

Client: wagamama

Location: Exeter, 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'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team to be their best, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize 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 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, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, quick to make decisions.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a wok star

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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