Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the restaurant sector is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to create a positive and inclusive work culture while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on team development and maintaining high food safety standards, you will play a crucial role in driving performance and delivering outstanding results. Join this vibrant team and enjoy a range of perks, including a generous bonus scheme and the chance to be recognized as a wok star. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food, health, and safety standards.
• Strong ability to coach and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Team Building

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Job description

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woking, 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, with over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Head Manager 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, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver outstanding results.

We'd love to hear from you if you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is equipped 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 team building and nurturing, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• 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 plus 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our programme

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.