Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Designate Head Chef in Manchester. You'll inspire and develop a team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards in food safety and quality. Enjoy a supportive work culture with numerous benefits, including a significant bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 per year

Private medical insurance

Free shift food from our menu

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Experienced in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety.
• Focused on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop your team to reach their full potential.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Problem Solving

Job description

Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: 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 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We are looking for a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential while driving performance and achieving excellent results.

About You

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Experienced in maintaining high standards for food, health, and safety, with knowledge of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focused on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Committed to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to flourish.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make informed decisions.

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 shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.