Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking restaurant chain as a Head Chef, where you will lead a talented team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This exciting role offers the chance to inspire your team, maintain high culinary standards, and foster a positive work environment. With industry-leading benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of a renowned dining brand. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to coach and mentor future leaders in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

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08.05.2025

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Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, with over 165 restaurants. 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'll coach and develop your team to excel, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring future leaders.
• Are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring each dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped and motivated.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team-building and development, fostering growth and professional progression.
• Value creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and can thrive.
• Are a proactive problem solver, quick to think on your feet and make decisions.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift, 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 parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition 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.