Job Title: Kitchen Operations Manager (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield
Client: Wagamama
Location: Chesterfield, 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
Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is seeking a Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul. We celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection—our philosophy is be you, be Wagamama.
The Role: As a Head Chef/Manager, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high standards, coaching, developing, and driving performance to achieve outstanding results.
We'd Love to Hear from You If You:
* Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Are dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet exceptional standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Have experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* 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.
* Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.
What’s In It For You
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
* 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
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to experience our new menus first
* Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
* Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition program
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 the Disability Confident scheme.
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