Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Peterborough. This exciting role involves inspiring and training your team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. You'll play a key role in fostering a positive and inclusive work culture, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. With a generous bonus scheme and a range of perks including private medical insurance and free meals, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive environment. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and make a real 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 outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in fostering a positive work culture and mentoring leaders.
• Strong focus on food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional service and maintain high standards.
• Drive performance and results while nurturing team growth.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem Solving

Job description

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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Peterborough

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Peterborough, 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 both body and soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional service, maintain high standards, and continuously develop your team to achieve their best while driving performance and results.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize fostering 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 excellent guest experiences, ensuring each dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected, valued, and able to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions 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
• 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 of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• 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

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.