Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Culinary Manager to lead its dynamic team in delivering outstanding guest experiences. This role emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, team development, and maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on inclusivity and personal growth, you will manage a vibrant kitchen environment while ensuring exceptional food quality. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and access to earnings before payday. Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and fosters a culture of excellence.

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 food outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition program for achievements

Pension schemes and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading culinary teams and maintaining high standards.
• Strong focus on guest experience and team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Cambridge

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cambridge

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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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 lead our team and continue our journey of nourishing both body and soul.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and achieve outstanding 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. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance, including 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 valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• 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 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
• Recognition as a nationwide 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.