Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Designate Head Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role is about inspiring your team to create exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high culinary standards. You will coach and develop emerging leaders, ensuring a positive and inclusive work culture. With a strong focus on food safety and financial performance, you will foster personal and professional growth within your team. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, access to earnings before payday, and a family-friendly policy. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

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Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Luton, Bedfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, 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

Celebrating individuality and diversity, Wagamama has over 165 restaurants and values 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential, driving performance and achieving excellent results.

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone who prioritizes creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to delivering excellence in guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focused on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Committed to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• A proactive problem solver capable of quick thinking and decision-making.

What’s in it for You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual bonus
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menu items
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our national recognition program

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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