Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where you will inspire your team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. This role emphasizes emotional intelligence and effective delegation, alongside maintaining high food safety standards. With a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering an inclusive environment, you will play a key role in driving performance and delivering outstanding results. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Qualifications

• Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Drive performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description: Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations while maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to be their best, driving performance and delivering exceptional results.

About You

• Prioritize a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and empowered to thrive.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What’s in it for you

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• 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
• 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 each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
• Recognition through our nationwide 'Wok Star' program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.