Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Manchester. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire and develop a diverse team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to high standards, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining food safety and financial oversight, all within a supportive and inclusive environment. Enjoy fantastic perks like a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. If you're ready to make a significant impact and cultivate a thriving workplace culture, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus opportunity

Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Nationwide recognition as a wok star

Pension schemes

Cycle-to-work schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards through training and mentorship.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate 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 be their best while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders is key, along with providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, 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 belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual 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 your 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• 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 the Disability Confident scheme.