Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where your leadership will inspire a diverse team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. This role emphasizes creating a positive work environment, maintaining high standards in food safety, and mentoring emerging leaders. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about fostering an inclusive culture and excel in a fast-paced kitchen, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

New menu trials

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring team members.
• Strong understanding of financial aspects of kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants worldwide. We are seeking a Head Chef 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 and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve outstanding 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 in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – earn up to £8,000 annually through bonuses
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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.