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Kitchen Operations Leader (Hiring Immediately), Colchester
Client: wagamama
Location: Colchester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Head Chef | Full Time | Tunbridge Wells
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we prioritize personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Head Chef to inspire our team and deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and fostering growth.
The role:
As a Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed guest expectations, uphold standards, and continuously develop their skills. Your leadership will drive performance and excellent results.
Requirements:
* Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You will provide training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
* Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences by ensuring food quality and standards.
* Experience in managing kitchen food safety, health standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* Focus on team building, recruitment, and ongoing development, promoting personal and professional growth.
* Creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued.
* Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
* Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Private medical insurance
* Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
* 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Opportunity to experience new menus first
* Chef whites provided daily
* Wagamama parties and VIP events
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, 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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