Executive Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; 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 Wolverhampton. This role is pivotal in creating an inclusive and positive work culture while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You will mentor emerging leaders, uphold high food and safety standards, and drive performance through effective delegation. With a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant restaurant environment. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Holiday

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food safety and health standards.
• Ability to inspire and develop team members through coaching.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to exceed guest expectations and uphold high standards.
• Focus on team building and personal development from recruitment onward.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

Celebrating diversity and individuality, 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 exceed guest expectations, uphold high standards, and continuously develop your staff to achieve 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 committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• 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 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, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

We’d love to hear from you

What’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% 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 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.