Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Culinary Leadership Manager, where your passion for food and team development will shine. This exciting role offers the opportunity to lead a talented kitchen team, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. You'll play a crucial role in mentoring emerging leaders and driving performance, all while enjoying generous perks such as a bonus scheme and private medical insurance. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are dedicated to creating memorable guest experiences, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop the culinary team to exceed expectations.
• Maintain high food safety and health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone

Client: Wagamama

Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 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 both body and 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 be their best while 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 dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• 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 your team feels respected and valued, allowing them to flourish.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

Wok’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 — 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our recognition program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.