Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Designate Head Chef to lead their culinary team in Milton Keynes. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a vibrant and inclusive environment, dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will have the opportunity to cultivate a positive work culture, mentor emerging leaders, and maintain high food safety standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a competitive bonus scheme and various benefits designed to support your well-being. Join this exciting journey and make a significant impact on the team's success!

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in training and mentoring teams.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Milton Keynes

Client: Wagamama

Location: Milton Keynes

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 with over 165 restaurants is 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 guest experiences, uphold high standards, and continuously develop your team to reach their full potential.

About You

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards, and empowering your team to do the same.
• Experienced in maintaining food safety, health standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, while proactively identifying opportunities.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

What We Offer

• 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, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• National recognition through our "Wok Star" program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.