Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this exciting role, you will lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety standards. With a focus on personal and professional development, you will foster a positive work culture, empowering your team to thrive. Enjoy attractive perks like a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. This is an incredible opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Ability to maintain high food and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

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basildon, 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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we focus on personality over perfection — we call it 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 exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to achieve their best while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You |

• Prioritize fostering a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped and motivated.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on team building and development, from recruitment to ongoing growth, fostering personal and professional development.
• 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 quick decision-making and adaptability.

We'd Love to Hear From You

What's In It For You |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus
• 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 + 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

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.