Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team in Woking. This role emphasizes creating a positive and inclusive work culture while ensuring exceptional standards in food preparation and guest experience. You will have the opportunity to mentor emerging leaders and drive performance, all while enjoying a range of attractive perks including a generous bonus scheme and free meals. Join this vibrant team and be part of a company that celebrates individuality and fosters personal growth.

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

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Training and development

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and ensuring high standards.
• Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure kitchen food, health, and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

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Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Woking

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

woking, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head Chef | Full time

Three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our continuous journey to nourish us all from bowl, to soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, keeping expectations + standards high. You will be continuously coaching + developing your team to be the best they can be whilst driving performance and delivering amazing results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive + inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders shines through as you provide brilliant training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish is prepared to exceptional standards whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards are spotless, understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control + labor costs, spotting opportunities, and proactively managing them.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development. You are committed to fostering personal and professional growth among your team members.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, allowing them to nourish + flourish in their role and career.
• 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 a year bonus opportunity.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Private medical insurance.
• Free food on shift – yes, anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family.
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay).
• Be the first to experience our brand-new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
• Be known nationwide as a Wok Star – our national recognition programme.

In addition to this, we offer all the usual such as pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

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