Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive culinary team as a Head Chef, where you'll lead with passion and creativity. In this exciting role, you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll empower emerging leaders and foster a positive work culture. Enjoy fantastic perks like a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that values individuality and teamwork.

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 outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Recognition programme as a 'Wok Star'

Pension schemes and long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining high food and safety standards.
• Ability to coach and develop team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and development.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Wolverhampton

Client: Wagamama

Location: Wolverhampton

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value 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 both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to achieve excellence and deliver outstanding results.

About You:

• You prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• You are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• You are experienced in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, with a good understanding of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities for improvement.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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 of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adoptive parents
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a 'Wok Star' through our recognition programme

We also 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.