Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Operations Director to lead their team in Plymouth. This role emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive work culture while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You will inspire and mentor your team, driving excellence in guest experiences and operational performance. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you will foster an environment where team members thrive. The company offers a range of attractive benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies, making this an exciting opportunity for passionate culinary leaders.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive performance and achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Job Description: Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Plymouth

This role is with Wagamama, a company that celebrates individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. We are seeking a Head Manager to join us in our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and continuously develop your team to reach their potential. Your leadership will drive performance and achieve outstanding results.

Qualifications

• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Commitment to building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Ability to create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Forward-thinking problem solver capable of quick decision-making and adaptability.

What We Offer

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access to earnings before payday through Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to be the first to try new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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