Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Designate Head Chef in a vibrant culinary environment. This role is perfect for passionate leaders who prioritize guest experiences and team development. You will coach and inspire your team, ensuring every dish meets high standards while fostering a positive work culture. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values individuality and offers opportunities for personal growth. If you are ready to make a difference in a thriving restaurant, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and developing culinary teams.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the culinary team to exceed guest expectations.
• Maintain high food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Analysis

Problem Solving

Job description

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Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality, Wagamama has over 165 restaurants and values personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 reach their potential, 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 delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, either through your own efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Focus on 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 valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking 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 work to treat friends and family
• An 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 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 the Disability Confident scheme.