Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; 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 Norwich. This exciting role involves inspiring and developing a diverse team to deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and operational excellence. With a focus on fostering an inclusive work culture, you will play a key role in driving performance and nurturing talent. Enjoy a range of enticing perks, including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift. Join a vibrant team dedicated to culinary excellence and make your mark in the industry!

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

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension scheme and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary leadership roles, focusing on team development.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high food safety standards and manage operational excellence.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Food Safety Standards

Operational Excellence

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Designate Head Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and foster a positive working environment. You will coach and develop your team, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating an inclusive, positive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• 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 experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition program as a wok star

In addition, we offer 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 the Disability Confident scheme.