Lead Culinary Specialist

2 months ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom WAGAMAMA LIMITED Full time
Lead Culinary Specialist | Full Time

At Wagamama, we are a dining establishment dedicated to nourishing the soul. With over 160 locations across the UK and expanding, our mission is to provide nourishment from bowl to soul, inspired by the vibrant atmosphere of Japanese ramen bars since 1992. We celebrate Asian cuisine and bring Wagamama to life.

The Role |

As a Lead Culinary Specialist at Wagamama, you will play a crucial role in our restaurant leadership team, assisting the Head Chef in guiding your kitchen staff according to our principles. You will embody our commitment to people, values, and core leadership behaviors. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that every dish prepared by the kitchen team meets our exceptional standards. You will oversee the development and growth of your team, ensuring they remain engaged, motivated, and high-performing.

Our Perks + Quirks |
  • Bonus scheme | Opportunity to earn up to £3,000 annually
  • Pension scheme
  • Comprehensive 6-week training program
  • Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
  • £14 - £25 food allowance for each shift
  • 50% discount at Wagamama and 30% off at all other TRG brands for family and friends
  • Opportunities for internal progression | Fully funded apprenticeship programs to support your career growth
  • 28 days of holiday
  • Kintsugi wellness | Access to counselors, cycle-to-work scheme, and discounted gym + leisure memberships
  • Family-friendly policy | Expectant parents or those adopting will receive 26 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay
  • Financial wellbeing support | Access to loans repaid through salary for those challenging financial moments
What We Look For |
  • A Head Chef or Lead Culinary Specialist with experience in leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive actions in a fast-paced and complex environment
  • A strong communicator who engages in meaningful conversations with care, ensuring your team feels heard and supported
  • Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards in the kitchen
  • Understanding of the financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit and stock control
  • Experience in managing labor costs effectively, adapting to changing demands as necessary
  • An individual who inspires and engages their team to thrive in their roles and careers
  • A passion for fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels respected and valued
  • A proactive problem solver, capable of making quick decisions under pressure
The Wagamama Way |

Kaizen, meaning 'good change', is the philosophy that underpins our identity. It influences every dish we create and drives us to seek improvement in all aspects of our operations. Our food, our mindset, our work – it must always be fresh. We are committed to championing change in our communities and minimizing our impact on the planet.

For three decades, we have embraced a different approach. We celebrate diversity, valuing personality over perfection. We welcome everyone and their unique stories to our tables. We promise to support one another, building strong bonds of trust and collaboration. We create safe spaces for genuine conversations with open hearts and open minds.

All we ask is for you to share what makes you unique.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Average tips are based on back-of-house management positions across all our UK restaurants. Actual tips may vary by location and are at the discretion of our guests.

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