Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative culinary establishment is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead and inspire a passionate team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This role emphasizes cultivating a positive work culture and mentoring emerging leaders, ensuring every dish meets high standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will drive performance while maintaining the highest food safety standards. Enjoy a range of enticing perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity, where your contributions will be recognized and celebrated.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and developing culinary teams.
• Strong focus on food safety and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food safety and health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentorship

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Derby

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Derby, 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

For over thirty years, we have celebrated individuality and diversity. At wagamama, we value personality over perfection – we call it "be you, be wagamama." With over 165 restaurants, 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, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to perform at their best while driving performance and delivering excellent results.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive 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 equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively identifying opportunities.
• 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.

Wok’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 – anything 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 try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.