Senior Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Head Chef, where your leadership will inspire a diverse team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. In this full-time role, you will foster a positive work culture, ensuring every dish meets high standards while empowering your team through training and mentorship. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. This is a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that values individuality and growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards and coach team for outstanding results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

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worcester, 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 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to excel and achieve outstanding results.

If you |

• Prioritize fostering a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in influencing and empowering emerging leaders by providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards through your efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick thinking and decisive action.

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 before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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