Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Culinary Leadership Manager to join their vibrant team in Brighton. This role involves inspiring and leading a culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on personal and professional growth, the ideal candidate will prioritize creating an inclusive work culture and excel in coaching emerging leaders. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and the opportunity to enjoy delicious meals on shift. If you are a forward-thinking problem solver ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension scheme and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a culinary team and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to create an inclusive work culture and foster team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high standards.
• Focus on team recruitment, training, and personal development.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem Solving

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Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: wagamama

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards, coaching, and developing your team to achieve their best.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring all dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to 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.

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 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.