Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Operations Manager to lead their team in Lincoln. This role emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive work culture, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high standards of food safety and operational excellence. With a focus on personal and professional growth, the ideal candidate will inspire their team through effective coaching and mentoring. In addition to a competitive salary, the position offers a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and numerous perks, ensuring a rewarding work environment. Join this vibrant team and make a difference in the culinary world!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and ensuring high standards.
• Ability to manage food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Lincoln

Client: wagamama

Location: Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2024

Expiry Date: 22.06.2024

Job Description:

Role: Kitchen Operations Manager | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we prioritize personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a Kitchen Operations Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role:

You will lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions.

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% outside of work to treat 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 experience 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 programme

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.