Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Designate Head Chef in Bolton. Inspire your team, maintain high standards, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy a supportive work culture with numerous benefits, including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety standards.
• Ability to influence and empower team leaders.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to exceed guest expectations.
• Coach and develop team for outstanding results.
• Ensure high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and deliver outstanding results.

If You |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders will be evident as you provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• 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 belongs, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

We’d Love to Hear From You

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting 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

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.