Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Head Chef at an established restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and mentor a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while upholding the highest standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will develop emerging leaders and foster a positive work culture. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous bonus scheme, and a range of perks including private medical insurance and free meals on shift. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values individuality and creativity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme—up to £8,000 annual bonus

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

National recognition as a wok star

Pension schemes and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a head chef role with a focus on guest satisfaction.
• Strong leadership skills with a commitment to team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Team Building

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be wagamama. We are seeking a head manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a head chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel and drive performance to achieve outstanding results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities.
• Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth among team members.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

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 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• National recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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 Disability Confident.