Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Culinary Leadership Manager to inspire and lead a talented team in Cardiff. This exciting role involves cultivating a positive work culture, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of culinary excellence while enjoying a range of attractive perks. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity, and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary leadership and team development.
• Strong focus on guest experience and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the culinary team to exceed expectations.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and quality.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cardiff, 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

Position: Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." We are seeking 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 while maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating 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 an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped to do so.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding 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 team members feel 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 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star"

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, 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.