Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Kitchen Operations Manager to lead their team in Coventry. This role is pivotal in driving performance and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You'll coach and mentor emerging leaders while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. With a focus on maintaining high food and safety standards, you'll also manage kitchen financials effectively. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions make a real difference!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Emotional Intelligence

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Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Manager to lead our team and continue our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to achieve their best while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• 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 flourish.
• 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 per year
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star through our program

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 Disability Confident.