Gastronomy Team Mentor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Designate Head Chef at an established industry player. This exciting role involves inspiring your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and financial performance. You'll have the opportunity to foster a positive work culture, develop your team’s skills, and make impactful decisions in a fast-paced environment. With a generous bonus scheme and a range of perks, this position offers a fulfilling career path where your contributions truly matter. If you are passionate about creating an inclusive environment and dedicated to guest satisfaction, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food and 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programme

Pension schemes and holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen standards and financial performance.
• Strong focus on team building and creating an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure food, health, and safety standards are maintained.
• Manage financial performance and stock control.

Skills

Coaching and Mentorship

Kitchen Standards

Financial Performance Management

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

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Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Designate Head Chef to join our team and continue our journey of nourishing 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 develop your team members' skills and careers.

Responsibilities include:

• Fostering a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and delegation.
• Ensuring food, health, and safety standards are met and maintained.
• Managing financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Recruiting, developing, and nurturing your team for personal and professional growth.
• Creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Making quick, effective decisions as a forward-thinking problem solver.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Prioritize a positive, inclusive work culture and excel in coaching and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to guest satisfaction and high standards.
• Have experience with kitchen standards, safety, and financial performance.
• Focus on team building and development.
• Value creating an environment of respect and belonging.
• Are proactive and able to adapt quickly.

Wok’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Private medical insurance.
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition through our nationwide programme.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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