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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Newport
Client: wagamama
Location: Newport, 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 diversity, prioritizing personality over perfection. We are seeking a Head Manager to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.
The role:
As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, uphold high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to achieve excellence and deliver outstanding results.
We'd love to hear from you if you:
* Prioritize fostering a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
* Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected, valued, and able to flourish in their roles.
* Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.
We'd love to hear from you
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% discount outside of 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
* 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.
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