Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead a talented team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role emphasizes creating a positive and inclusive workplace, where team members are empowered to excel. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high culinary standards and fostering personal growth among your staff. With a focus on teamwork and innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of dining while enjoying a range of attractive perks and benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within a kitchen environment.
• Ability to maintain high food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards and manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

Problem Solving

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wagamama

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Basingstoke

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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 diversity and individuality. 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, develop, and motivate your team to achieve excellence while driving performance and delivering outstanding results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work environment through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards in your kitchen, understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• 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 valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

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 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 policies (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 through our "Wok Star" program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.