Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Kitchen Manager to lead their team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role involves inspiring a dedicated team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this opportunity offers a competitive bonus scheme and various perks, including private medical insurance and free meals on shift. If you're a forward-thinking leader passionate about nurturing talent and delivering excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Holiday and training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen management role with a focus on team leadership.
• Strong understanding of kitchen safety and cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Team Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentorship

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Management Training

Job description

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Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 looking for 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 exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential while driving performance and achieving 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 exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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

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