Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Kitchen Operations Manager at a renowned restaurant chain. This role focuses on leading and inspiring a passionate team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. You'll be responsible for team development, financial management, and fostering a supportive work environment. Enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and access to your earnings before payday. Be part of a culture that values individuality and personal growth, making a real impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards in food quality and safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Management Training

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

col-narrow-left

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chelmsford

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on appreciating personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 will coach and develop your team to perform at their best while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Focus on team building and nurturing, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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 for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our programme

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.