Total 91 Manager job vacancies in Telford

Your new company
You will be joining a high-profile main contractor working on water projects in the Shropshire area. This established contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the water sector and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard multiple Site Managers to join their team.

Your new role
As Site Manager, you will oversee sites in the Shropshire area and be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Managing direct labour and subcontractors
• Coordinating all day-to-day site operations
• Maintaining an accurate site diary
• Liaising with clients
• Undertaking site audits and inspections
• Ensuring works are delivered safely on time, within budget and to expected quality.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:

• Previous experience in civil, mechanical and/or electrical works within the water (clean or waste) industry in a site management or supervisory capacity
• Ability to communicate with both internal and external project stakeholders
• Strong time management and leadership skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• Up to £55k/annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Fuel card
• 25 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Life assurance
• Matched company pension contribution
• Exposure to high-profile projects and more.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria, apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this contractor.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

head chef | full time

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a head chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

the role |

as a head chef at wagamama you'll lead your kitchen team in the wagamama way, live + breath our people promise, values and embody core leadership behaviours. you’ll be responsible for ensuring that every dish served by the kitchen team meets our high standards. you’ll look after the development and growth of your team through inspiring leadership, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and high performing

our perks + quirks |

• bonus scheme | up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity

• private medical insurance + pension scheme

• dedicated 6-week training programme

• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

• £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

• 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

• internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

• 28 days holiday

• kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

• family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

• financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

what we look for |

• an experienced head chef that is able to lead a kitchen team through positive behaviour + actions to drive performance in a fast paced + complex environment

• a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported

• experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless

• experienced in understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit and stock control

• comfortable managing the labour cost of your team, reacting to changing demands where necessary

• passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong

• an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career

the wagamama way |

kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different 

be you, be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

First Line Manager - Specalist Group | Telford | JR2410_0024

Leverage your firearms expertise to make a meaningful impact in this role

YOUR ROLE

Located at our prestigious warehouse facility, you will take charge of overseeing a secure area dedicated to the management of various high-priority and hazardous goods. In this role, you'll ensure the smooth daily operations and top performance of multiple teams, including Team Leaders, Warehouse Operatives, and Administrators. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your leadership and operational expertise in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Your efforts will directly contribute to maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and service excellence, making a meaningful impact within a dynamic and rewarding setting.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Working week Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm

• Undertake effective Resource Utilisation, Planning and Management activities as required.
• Responsible for effective and efficient Operational Area Management as applicable and as required.
• Be an Ambassador for Quality and actively participate in continuous quality improvements, including driving changes in quality gates and culture.
• Ensuring compliance of the operation to the Quality systems, industry standards and legal requirements.
• Ensure Statement of Requirement (SOR) and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) adherence at all times.
• Continually reviewing all aspects of the operation and driving improvements in methods, procedures and efficiency.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Fire Arms knowledge would be advantageous
• Fire Arms Act 1968 (As Amended) aware
• JSP440 (in relation to firearms security)
• Dangerous goods regulations aware
• Logistics management experience in a large fast moving environment
• Strong warehouse system experience
• Leadership qualities including the ability to enthuse and motivate
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

Please be aware that by applying for this role, you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identity validation. This means that KN will ask successful applicants to provide certain information and documentation to enable these checks to be conducted.
Any appointment will then be strictly conditional upon, and subject to, the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks

GOOD REASON TO JOIN

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you're rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.

ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL

With over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.

CONTACT

UK Resourcing
UK>Resourcing@kuehne-nagel.com

Your new company
Hays are working with an-award winning, renowned Retail business in Telford who are looking to recruit a Customer Services Manager on a permanent basis. This is an exciting and dynamic role in which there is a lot of scope for growth within the business. You will work collaboratively, engaging with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers.
Your new role
As a Customer Services Manager, your role will involve:


Lead the Customer Services Team.

• To recommend and deliver the implementation of new processes/projects to support business growth and continuous improvement.
• To monitor and optimise Customer Services team performance to reach a good level of business success.
• Influence the broader business on the importance of customer experience and report back to the Procurement teams on items that are problematic.
• Build an environment of continuous service improvement and learning through utilising the feedback of changing customer requirements and required service improvements.
• Dealing with external companies that we partner with to deliver on key business goals.
• Working with the Customer Service Team Leader, you will coach and develop the skills of our Customer Service Advisors.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven ability to motivate and manage colleagues, demonstrating influencing and persuasive skills, gaining buy-in from stakeholders.
• Demonstrable strong coaching and development skills.
• Proven ability to deliver on key projects.
• Proven ability to manage relationships across multiple stakeholders and oversee complex large-scale projects across cross-functional teams.

What you'll get in return

• A chance to build and grow a department in a rapidly expanding/award-winning company.
• Market-leading annual leave starting at 23 days plus 8 bank holidays (31 days in total), which grows with the length of service.
• Your birthday is off, so you always enjoy your birthday!
• We'll pay for your Marketing/management and other external training courses.
• Awards and Recognition Schemes; delivering above and beyond never goes unnoticed.
• Free Onsite Parking.
• Complimentary tea, coffee, chilled water and soft drinks.
• Free Eye Tests.
• Cycle2Work Scheme.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

My client in Telford, Shropshire is seeking a Nursery Manager. Please only apply if you have a minimum level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification.

We are looking for a dedicated individual who is looking for an opportunity to lead a supportive team, a natural leader who is highly motivated, organised, enthusiastic and creative.

What a Nursery Manager needs:

Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
Excellent understanding of EYFS.
Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.
Senior leadership experience within a nursery setting.
It is a legal requirement to hold a GCSE or equivalent qualification in Maths, or be willing to achieve within 2 years of starting the position.
Why become a Nursery Manager?

Long standing team.
Passionate about employee / team development.
Ofsted Outstanding nursery.
What’s in it for you?

Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.
Regular staff rewards.
Team appreciation events.
Long service awards.
Dedicated wellbeing package.
Highly discounted childcare.
A day off for your birthday.
A Nursery Manager gets:

Competitive salary.
Pension plan.
Annual leave including bank holidays.
Monday to Friday.
please apply with your CV and we will return to you within 3 working days.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
On-site parking
Referral programme
Flexible language requirement:

English not required
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

About The Role
In your role as Head of Service at HC-One, you’ll value one thing above all. Kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist Care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our Residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. By joining HC-One you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.
As Head of Service that will mean helping to prepare and serve nutritious, healthy meals that our residents will love. Assisting and preparing the cakes for the morning tea trolley and the lunch time dessert/cakes. You’ll demonstrate the highest standards in cleanliness, food safety and hygiene. And, whether you’re maintaining food supplies and fridge/freezer temperatures, showing new starters how to use the equipment or scrubbing that last bit of spilled food from inside the oven, you’ll always have resident well-being in mind above anything else.
HC-One are looking for someone with kitchen experience. You must be aware of The Food Safety Act 1990, The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, RIDDOR and COSHH regulations. Great record keeping and organisational skills will be essential, as will the ability to follow recipes. And, whenever you communicate with a Resident or co-worker, you’ll be truly considerate and kind.
Well, after all, it’s just in your nature.

Subject to experience and qualifications.
We’ll provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as Head of Service we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:
We are committed to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one.

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- Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
- Free uniform
- During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available
- Company pension scheme
- 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Group life assurance cover
- Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications.
- GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16
- An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
- Colleague discounts – Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
- Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
- Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
- An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

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head chef | full time

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a head chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

the role |

as a head chef at wagamama you'll lead your kitchen team in the wagamama way, live + breath our people promise, values and embody core leadership behaviours. you’ll be responsible for ensuring that every dish served by the kitchen team meets our high standards. you’ll look after the development and growth of your team through inspiring leadership, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and high performing

our perks + quirks |

• bonus scheme | up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity

• private medical insurance + pension scheme

• dedicated 6-week training programme

• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

• £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

• 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

• internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

• 28 days holiday

• kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

• family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

• financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

what we look for |

• an experienced head chef that is able to lead a kitchen team through positive behaviour + actions to drive performance in a fast paced + complex environment

• a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported

• experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless

• experienced in understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit and stock control

• comfortable managing the labour cost of your team, reacting to changing demands where necessary

• passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong

• an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career

the wagamama way |

kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different 

be you, be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

Your new company
You will be joining a high-profile main contractor working on water schemes in the Shropshire area. This multi-accredited contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the water industry and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Site Manager.

Your new role
As Site Manager, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Managing direct labour and subcontractors
• Coordinating all day-to-day site operations
• Maintaining an accurate site diary
• Liaising with clients
• Undertaking site audits and inspections
• Ensuring works are delivered safely on time, within budget and to expected quality.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:

• Previous experience in civil, mechanical and/or electrical works within the water industry in a site management or supervisory capacity
• Ability to communicate with both internal and external project stakeholders
• Strong time management and leadership skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A starting salary of up to £60k/annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance (plus fuel card)
• Minimum 24 days annual leave (option to buy/sell more) plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Matched company pension contribution
• Exposure to high-profile and more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this contractor.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
You will be joining a design and build contractor overseeing the successful delivery of civil works within the water sector. This multi-accredited contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the water sector and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. They boast an impressive list of high-profile clients they work in partnership with and, due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Site Manager to be based on sites in the Shropshire area. This is a full-time site-based position.

Your new role
As Site Manager, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Overseeing day-to-day site operations
• Ensuring adherence with health, safety and environmental policies
• Reporting progress to key project stakeholders
• Managing construction activities
• Coordinating and supervising subcontractors
• Maintaining budgets and schedules.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will:

• Have previous experience in heavy civils, ideally in the water sector, in a site management or supervising capacity
• Hold a CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid qualification
• Understand health, safety and environmental policies
• Be able to manage construction activities and coordinate subcontractors
• Possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A starting salary of up to £63k/annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance (up to £6.5k/annum)
• Company bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Matched company pension
• Private healthcare
• Continuous training and development.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this organisation.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
You will be joining a high-profile main contractor working on water schemes in the Shropshire area. This multi-accredited contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the water industry and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Site Manager.

Your new role
As Site Manager, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Managing direct labour and subcontractors
• Coordinating all day-to-day site operations
• Maintaining an accurate site diary
• Liaising with clients
• Undertaking site audits and inspections
• Ensuring works are delivered safely on time, within budget and to expected quality.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:

• Previous experience in civil, mechanical and/or electrical works within the water industry in a site management or supervisory capacity
• Ability to communicate with both internal and external project stakeholders
• Strong time management and leadership skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A starting salary of up to £60k/annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance (plus fuel card)
• Minimum 24 days annual leave (option to buy/sell more) plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Matched company pension contribution
• Exposure to high-profile and more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this contractor.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Previous applicants need not apply

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring an efficient provision of Support Services within the county-wide Women & Children's Division. This includes providing day-to-day management to all Secretarial, Administrative and Clerical Services working in conjunction with a part time Assistant Administration Manager. The post holder controls and manages the associated pay and non-pay budget. The post holder will work closely with the Women & Children's Operational Managers to ensure efficient and effective management of all resources to deliver safe, high quality and effective services in an environment of continuous improvement.
• Manage defined areas of responsibility on a day-to-day basis ensuring delivery of a high-quality service to Client, Consultants, Clinicians, Senior management and other key stakeholders.
• Identify areas in which the service may be improved and initiate such improvements once agreed with the management team.
• Develop and review policies and guidelines relating to work practices, security, and areas within remit.
• Ensure there is appropriate cost-effective staffing cover at all times to ensure an efficient and effective service is provided.
• Manage and participate in the staff recruitment and selection process.
• Providing and analysing information in relation to the workload resource utilisation and performance of non-clinical staff.
• Responsible for the effective timely handling of complaints within area of remit.
• Ensuring staff receive appropriate development and mentorship as appropriate. Ensure there is regular, appropriate, and continuing appraisal of staff under your supervision, and good and effective communication through Team Briefing.
• Identification of development and training needs to staff. Securing course places where necessary, co-ordinating the provision of departmental contributions to the overall Unit Training Plans.
• Monitor waiting list performance against national and local targets.
• Ensure staff contribute appropriately to the 18-week RTT pathway.

As an employer, we will provide you with an excellent opportunity that will support your career development and support you to fulfil your potential. You will be joining a dedicated team with a breadth of experience and a commitment to ensuring organisational success.



For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.


This advert closes on Tuesday 5 Nov 2024

Assistant Store Manager – Telford

Who are we?
We’re Pets at Home – if you’re someone who loves pets, you might know already know about our range of Pet Care Centres, Pets Grooming salons, and Vets for Pets practices around the UK. Our Pet Care Centres are community-focused pet care stores – where local people work with local pet owners and help local pets.

What’s the role?
Reporting to the Store Manager, you will be a vital member of the store management team. You will be a Duty Manager and take full responsibility for the store in the absence of the Deputy or Store Manager. You will be involved in absolutely everything of the store's running, such as recruitment, stock control and store standards. Your Store Manager will empower you to ensure that your team are maximising sales and performance across all primary KPI's. You will lead from the front with a hands-on approach. You will inspire your team, inject fun into the workplace and create a truly fantastic place to shop and work.
We will give you the training, skills, and knowledge to provide our customers with service that reflects our goals of being the 'Best Pet Care Business in the World'. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, opportunity to earn an annual bonus, as well as a comprehensive range of benefits.

Who are we looking for?
• Experienced in working within the retail sector with a minimum of 6 months hands-on supervisory/management experience.
• Flexible. Due to the nature of working within a busy retail environment, we need you to have the ability to work a flexible shift pattern across 7 days a week.
• Passionate for retail and has a proven track record of delivering high standards and great results.
• A team player with excellent communication skills to engage and inspire your team.
• Ready to take on 6 months of industry-leading training covering all the key aspects of the role, handling and caring for Pets, Customer Service and Health and Safety.

Your Benefits
We reward and recognise our managers in ways that matter to them. Our benefits reflect our support of your mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing, both now and in the future. Here are some of our benefits which may be available to you:
• Annual bonus
• at least 28* days paid annual leave, which will rise to 33* days after 2 years (*this includes 8 bank holidays and will be pro-rata calculated on your contracted hours)
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Life Assurance - 4 times your annual salary
• Company pension contribution of 4%
• Colleague discount of 20% across the Group (Pets at Home, Pets Grooming, Vets for Pets), including 30% off on own brand
Please note that we reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date due to the large volume of applications that we may receive. It’s important that our team can manage application levels whilst offering a positive candidate experience. If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply now to avoid the disappointment of this happening.

“Pets just see people. They aren’t biased and they don’t discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!”

head chef | full time

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a head chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

the role |

as a head chef at wagamama you'll lead your kitchen team in the wagamama way, live + breath our people promise, values and embody core leadership behaviours. you’ll be responsible for ensuring that every dish served by the kitchen team meets our high standards. you’ll look after the development and growth of your team through inspiring leadership, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and high performing

our perks + quirks |

• bonus scheme | up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity

• private medical insurance + pension scheme

• dedicated 6-week training programme

• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

• £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

• 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

• internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

• 28 days holiday

• kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

• family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

• financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

what we look for |

• an experienced head chef that is able to lead a kitchen team through positive behaviour + actions to drive performance in a fast paced + complex environment

• a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported

• experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless

• experienced in understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit and stock control

• comfortable managing the labour cost of your team, reacting to changing demands where necessary

• passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong

• an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career

the wagamama way |

kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different 

be you, be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

Operations Manager
Location: Telford
Duration: Permanent
Salary/Package: Up to £50k per annum (depending on experience)
Healthcare
Contributary pension
25 days annual leave + Stats


We are proud to be recruiting for a thriving organisation who are going through an exciting phase in their existence. They are now at the point where their growth means they are looking to recruit an Operations Manager to lead the running of their assembly and warehouse teams ensuring all resources are in place to successfully deliver customer expectations and deliver some exciting change through the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has experience leading manufacturing / warehousing or engineering operations to take a position that will place them as a member of their management team in a thriving and growing organisation, which will offer a very real opportunity to progress into a Director role.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for:

• Developing and driving the strategic plans for the operations function for both people and processes
• Oversee and drive the operational functions of the business to include purchasing, manufacturing and logistics.
• Leading, coaching, and developing the operations teams by delivering effective training, communications, appraisals, and opportunities for team members to contribute
• Lead and drive improvements and process improvements to increase operational efficiency across the site
• Ensuring customer forecasts/schedules are accurate and ensure resources for manufacturing are in place to achieve SLA’s
• Work with the SMT in relation to developing reporting systems and KPI objectives
• Ensure labour planning and capacity planning is accurate to achieve customer plans
• Working closely and developing strong relations with suppliers for services (manufacturing and distribution) to ensure cost and service effectiveness

Overview of the candidate

• Previous experience leading an operational team either in a manufacturing, warehousing, or engineering environment
• Strong leadership ability with an engaging nature and commercially savvy approach
• Previous experience in digital/system transformation projects would be ideal
• An ambitious and driven nature with the desire to progress iown career in tandem with business growth
• A wide breadth of knowledge across planning, logistics, operations will be essential, additional engineering experience would be highly advantageous
• A good multi-tasker with exceptional communication skills
• Previous experience of managing stock flow, supplier schedules and controlling sub-contracted services would be ideal.
• Previous experience in Operations Manager / General Manager / Production Manager / Logistics Manager / Supply Chain Manager type roles

The application process:

We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details won’t be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.

About Us
Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you’re seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you’ll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment. With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you.

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