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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire
Client: Wagamama
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
Job Description:
Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We are looking for a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.
The role:
As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You'll coach and develop your team, driving performance and achieving excellent results.
We'd love to hear from you if:
* You prioritize a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* You are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
* You are experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
* You focus on team building and nurturing, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth.
* You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
* You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
What’s in it for you:
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to experience new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Nationwide recognition as a Wok Star
Additionally, we offer pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be Wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
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