Job Title: Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Chester
Client: Wagamama
Location: Chester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Details
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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. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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 will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, driving performance and delivering excellent results.
What We Look For
* Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* A commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
* Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
* Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Dedication to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected, valued, and able to flourish.
* Strong problem-solving skills, able to make quick decisions and think ahead.
What’s in It for You
* Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to try our new menus first
* 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
We also offer pension schemes, 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 the Disability Confident scheme.
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