Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Culinary Leadership Manager to inspire a team and deliver exceptional dining experiences. This role emphasizes emotional intelligence and effective delegation, fostering a positive work culture while ensuring high standards in food quality and safety. With a generous bonus scheme and various perks, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a vibrant and inclusive environment. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, where your contributions will be recognized and celebrated.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

Location:

Ipswich

Job Category:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to achieve excellence and deliver outstanding 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 influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated 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 to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions on your feet.

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Be recognized nationwide as a Wok Star – our national recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

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