Executive Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead their culinary team in Coventry. This exciting role involves inspiring your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards in food quality and safety. You will be responsible for training and mentoring emerging leaders, ensuring each dish meets excellence, and fostering an inclusive work culture. The company offers a competitive bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and various employee perks, making it a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about culinary excellence and team development.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading culinary teams and ensuring high guest satisfaction.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards in food quality and safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Executive Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

Client: wagamama

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. We are seeking a Head Manager to join us in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Head Chef, you'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and continuously develop your team to achieve their best, driving performance and delivering results.

What We Are Looking For:

• Someone who prioritizes cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• A dedication to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• A commitment to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Someone who cares about creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, allowing them to flourish.
• A forward-thinking problem solver who can make quick decisions and think on their feet.

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) and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 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 every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

We also 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.