Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role involves inspiring your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest culinary standards. You will be responsible for fostering a positive and inclusive workplace, ensuring every dish meets excellence, and driving team performance through effective coaching and mentoring. With industry-leading benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills for team development.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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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 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, 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 training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food safety, health and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Value creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong.
• Are a proactive 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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside 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 each shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our recognition program

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 the Disability Confident scheme.