Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain seeks a Designate Head Chef in Exeter to inspire a team, maintain high standards, and enhance guest experiences. The role emphasizes coaching, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving to foster a positive work culture. Competitive benefits include a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to manage financial aspects like gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop team to achieve high performance.
• Create an inclusive environment for team members.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training

Coaching

Mentorship

Problem Solving

Job description

Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Exeter

Client: Wagamama

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We are seeking a Designate Head Chef 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to achieve their best, driving performance and results.

Ideal Candidate:

• Prioritizes cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentorship, empowering emerging leaders.
• Dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards, and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Experienced in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs to identify opportunities and proactively improve.
• Committed to building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Creates an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

What We Offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, 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.