Job Title: Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Bedford
Client: Wagamama
Location: Bedford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Details
Job Views: 2
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Head Chef | Full Time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Kitchen Operations Manager to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.
The Role
As a Kitchen Operations Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and fostering a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence.
What We’re Looking For
* Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Dedication to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Strong focus on team building and development, committed to nurturing personal and professional growth.
* Ability to create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
* Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.
Benefits
* 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 and 50% discount outside of work
* Family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to experience new menus first
* Chef whites provided every shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests
* Recognition program as a nationwide Wok Star
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 Disability Confident.
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