Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Culinary Leadership Manager to join their vibrant team in Doncaster. This role is all about inspiring and nurturing talent while ensuring the highest standards of culinary excellence. You will lead a dedicated team, fostering a positive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes guest satisfaction. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will have the opportunity to innovate and create memorable dining experiences. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and exclusive discounts. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Nationwide recognition as a wok star

Pension schemes and holiday entitlement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop a team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately), Doncaster

Client: Wagamama

Location: Doncaster, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, 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 cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identifying opportunities.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

We'd love to hear from you

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 — 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

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