Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Head Chef at a renowned restaurant chain! This role is perfect for a passionate leader who values team development and guest satisfaction. You will inspire your team, maintain high culinary standards, and ensure a positive work culture. Enjoy competitive perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level and make a real impact, this opportunity is for you!

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 of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food quality standards.
• Strong focus on team building and nurturing future leaders.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen financials.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. 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, 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.
• You are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• You are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• You focus on team building and nurturing, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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 of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.