Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an innovative culinary team as a Designate Head Chef, where you'll inspire and develop your team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to influence a positive work culture and uphold high food standards in a renowned restaurant chain. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values individuality and creativity. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and more, making this a rewarding career choice for passionate culinary leaders.

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

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards and foster a positive work environment.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentorship

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

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Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Cheltenham

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cheltenham

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 value personality over perfection. 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 exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to achieve their best while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Prioritize cultivating an inclusive and positive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the right skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of running a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making 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 for 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 try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

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

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