Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Culinary Manager to lead their kitchen team in Liverpool. This role emphasizes creating an inclusive work culture while ensuring exceptional guest experiences through high food quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will excel in coaching and mentoring emerging leaders, fostering personal and professional growth within the team. With a focus on performance and results, this position offers a competitive bonus scheme and a range of benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen teams and ensuring food quality.
• Strong focus on team development and creating a positive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach the kitchen team to exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are consistently met.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Problem Solving

Food Quality and Safety Standards

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Management Training

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client: Wagamama

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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Posted on: 08.05.2025

Expiry date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection. We are seeking a Head Manager to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, uphold high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to perform at their best, driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You

• Prioritize creating an inclusive and positive 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 food quality and safety standards are met, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on team building and development, fostering personal and professional growth among your team members.
• Care about creating an environment where your team feels respected and belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

What’s In It For You

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% 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
• First to try 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 national 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 program.