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Head Chef

ConfidentialNew York, NY, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are looking for a Kitchen Manager that understands both the business AND the people aspect of running a brilliant kitchen.

A successful

  • Head Chef at Wagamama
  • cares about creating a positive environment for our team + guests. They drive restaurant performance and deliver amazing results by hiring top talent and developing and coaching their team to be the best they can be. Successful Kitchen Managers know their numbers and have a sense of urgency when it comes to presenting amazing food, in a sparkling clean kitchen with brilliant cooks.
  • be you, be part of it

Being the best Kitchen Manager means being the person who drives performance. Our fantastic training program will help you be the best you can be.

  • A commercially aware leader who creates a positive, caring environment everyday.
  • Recognize succession is vital for a strong talent pipeline and you are proactive in developing your people
  • Deliver amazing results as a ha extra mile.
  • Have a true passion for our food
  • Work effectively with your team and GM to control food cost and proactively managing to maximize profitability.
  • Constantly inspire your team to go the
  • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Lead your team in ensuring they are compliant to food safety and health and safety procedures.
  • Required
  • minimum 3 years experience as a kitchen manager / head chef / executive chef for a full-service restaurant.
  • Preferred
  • experience opening new restaurants.
  • We offer
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Quarterly performance bonus
  • Medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance available
  • Paid vacation
  • Opportunity for professional growth + progression
  • Our Story
  • Kaizen, meaning

  • good change
  • is the philosophy that sits right at our heart. It shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all that we do. Were restless spirits, forever creating and making things better.
  • Inspired by fast-paced, Japanese ramen bars and a celebration of Asian food, Wagamama burst into life. We set out to create a unique way of eating bringing the fresh, nourishing flavors of Asia to all.

    Weve been practicing kaizen since 1992, when we opened our first doors in Londons Bloomsbury. We first opened our US restaurant in 2007 in Bostons Faneuil Hall, 13 years later we have expanded to 5 sites across Boston and New York City. Now that we are well-settled into the cities of Boston and NYC our expansion across America has begun with sites in Tampa, FL and Arlington, VA! We are committed to developing a vibrant, successful business within the USA.

  • At Wagamama we spread positivity from bowl to soul through our behaviors :
  • Cares :
  • Youll show you care about people through the way you treat our guests and your team.
  • Communicates :
  • Youll interact in a meaningful way with our guests and your team.
  • Owns It :
  • Youll own what you do and take responsibility for this in a positive way.
  • Embraces Change :
  • Every day in small ways youll strive to be better than before.
  • Leads :
  • Youll lead in a way that makes a positive difference within the team. Helping to ensure were all connected and part of something special, that is Wagamama.
  • At Wagamama were proud that people can be themselves at work and we celebrate the differences and diversity of our teams. _

  • Be you, be Wagamama!
  • #HP
  • check us out here : https : / / www.wagamama.us /

    Job Type : Full-time

    Pay : $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

    Benefits :

  • Dental insurance
  • Food provided
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Work Location : In person

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