Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Culinary Leadership Manager in Norwich! This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic kitchen team, inspiring them to deliver exceptional dining experiences while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. With a focus on personal and professional development, you'll ensure your team thrives in a vibrant environment. Enjoy fantastic perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in creating a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Ability to maintain high food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Drive performance and maintain high standards in food preparation.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately), Norwich

Client: Wagamama

Location: Norwich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 prioritize personality over perfection — we call it "be you, 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'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver excellent results.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable 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 through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to flourish.
• 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 — anything 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
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.