Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef to lead their vibrant kitchen team. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, where you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on coaching and developing emerging leaders, you will foster a positive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Enjoy a range of attractive perks, including a generous bonus scheme and private medical insurance, while being part of a company that values inclusivity and creativity in the culinary arts.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus

Access to earnings via Wagestream

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and maintaining high standards.
• Strong focus on guest experience and team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be wagamama." We are seeking a Head Manager to join our team and help us nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to achieve their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

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

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 via Wagestream before payday
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% discount 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 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.