Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their vibrant kitchen team. In this role, you will inspire your team to achieve high culinary standards while creating an inclusive and positive work environment. With a focus on coaching and mentoring, you'll empower your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values individuality and diversity, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

New menu experiences

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure high standards in food quality and team performance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

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08.05.2025

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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 will inspire your team to deliver high standards and exceptional guest experiences. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team to do the same.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 your friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each 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 leave, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.