Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead a dynamic culinary team in Coventry. This role offers the chance to inspire and develop emerging leaders while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on maintaining high kitchen standards and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment, you will play a vital role in shaping the culinary landscape. Enjoy a competitive bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and various perks that enhance your work-life balance. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food + 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining kitchen standards and delivering high-quality dishes.
• Ability to coach and develop team members for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the culinary team to exceed guest expectations.
• Manage financial aspects such as gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Problem Solving

Financial Performance Understanding

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Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

Client: wagamama

Location: Coventry, 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 looking for a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead our team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences. You will coach, develop, and motivate your team to deliver outstanding results, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

The role includes:

• Inspiring your team to exceed guest expectations and uphold high standards
• Coaching, developing, and empowering emerging leaders
• Ensuring food, health, and safety standards are met and maintained
• Managing financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Recruiting and nurturing your team for personal and professional growth
• Creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued
• Making quick, effective decisions as a forward-thinking problem solver

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence and effective delegation
• Are dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences and high-quality dishes
• Have experience maintaining kitchen standards and understanding financial performance
• Focus on team building, recruitment, and ongoing development
• Care about creating a respectful and supportive environment
• Are a proactive problem solver with quick decision-making skills

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food from our menu + 50% outside of work
• Family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star through our programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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