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Kitchen Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Doncaster
Client: Wagamama
Location: Doncaster, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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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 diversity and individuality. We prioritize personality over perfection—"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 to perform at their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.
We'd love to hear from you if you:
* Prioritize fostering a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
* Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, whether through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
* Have experience maintaining impeccable 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 to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, allowing them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.
We'd love to hear from you!
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—anything from our menu! Plus 50% off 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 every shift
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
* Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our 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 proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.
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