Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Cardiff. This exciting role focuses on creating a positive work culture while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team, manage kitchen operations, and drive financial performance. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for personal growth. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant culinary environment.

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

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition through national programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and financial aspects.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Motivate the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain food safety and health standards while managing costs.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Team Building

Financial Management

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

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Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time | Cardiff

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team, inspiring excellence and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, uphold high standards, and continuously develop your team’s skills and careers. You will be responsible for maintaining food safety, health and safety standards, and managing financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation, providing training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences and ensuring food quality and safety standards are met.
• Have experience managing kitchen operations, including financial aspects like gross profit, stock, and labour costs.
• Focus on team building, recruitment, and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Value creating an environment where team members feel respected and valued.
• Are a proactive 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% outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition through our national programme

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.