Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Head Chef in Stoke-on-Trent, where you will lead and inspire your kitchen staff to deliver outstanding culinary experiences. This role offers the chance to cultivate a positive work culture, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards while also focusing on the personal and professional growth of your team. With fantastic perks like private medical insurance, generous bonuses, and family-friendly policies, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant restaurant environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and managing high standards.
• Ability to create an inclusive and positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure food safety and maintain high health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection. 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 will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to achieve their best while driving performance and results.

Requirements

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to empower emerging leaders.
• Dedicate yourself to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Ensure food safety, health and safety standards are maintained, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

What’s in it for you

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift plus 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.