Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Culinary Leadership Manager to inspire and lead their kitchen team in Telford. This role emphasizes creating a positive work environment and delivering exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you will oversee food safety and kitchen financials while fostering an inclusive culture. The position offers a competitive bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and various employee benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and develop the kitchen team to achieve high standards.
• Ensure every dish meets quality standards and guest expectations.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Motivation

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Effective Delegation

Job description

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Culinary Leadership Manager (Hiring Immediately), Telford

Client: wagamama

Location: Telford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 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 motivate your team to deliver exceptional service, uphold high standards, and continuously develop your team to achieve their best, driving performance and excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear from You If You:

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation, providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with necessary skills and mindset.
• Are experienced in maintaining food safety, health and safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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