Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in Stevenage. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, where you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional service while maintaining high standards. You will play a crucial role in fostering a positive work culture and mentoring emerging leaders. With a focus on delivering an outstanding guest experience, your expertise in food safety and financial management will drive performance and results. Join this innovative firm and be part of a supportive environment that values personal and professional growth.

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

50% off outside of work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food standards.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional service and maintain high standards.
• Ensure every dish meets quality standards and manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

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Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Stevenage

Client: wagamama

Location: Stevenage

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional service, maintain high standards, and continuously develop your team to achieve their best, driving performance and delivering outstanding results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay and 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
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

We also offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.