Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Head Chef at an established restaurant chain. In this role, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards while fostering a supportive work environment. With opportunities for personal growth and a commitment to diversity, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact. Enjoy fantastic perks, including a generous bonus scheme and free meals, while being part of a forward-thinking organization that values its employees. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading kitchen teams and ensuring food quality.
• Strong focus on team development and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Management Training

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

luton, bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

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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 are seeking a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to perform at their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through 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 food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• 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.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

We also 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 the Disability Confident scheme.