Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Designate Head Chef, where you'll lead a vibrant team in a dynamic culinary environment. This exciting role involves inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service while maintaining high standards. You'll have the opportunity to coach emerging leaders, ensuring every dish meets excellent standards. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about creating an inclusive work culture and fostering personal growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and developing culinary teams.
• Strong commitment to guest experience and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your culinary team to deliver high standards.
• Maintain food safety and financial performance metrics.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Degree

Management Training

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Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We are seeking 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 service and maintain high standards. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure excellent results.

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone who prioritizes creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You should be able to influence and empower emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• A dedication to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• A commitment to building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care for creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions 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 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 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

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