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Head Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Coventry
Client: wagamama
Location: Coventry, 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 three decades of celebrating individuality and diversity across 165+ restaurants, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a Designate Head Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.
The Role |
As a Designate Head Chef, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and foster a positive work environment. You will coach and develop your team to reach their full potential, driving performance and achieving excellent results.
What We’re Looking For |
* Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
* Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards and your team is well-equipped with necessary skills and mindset.
* Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, with a proactive approach to spotting opportunities.
* Focus on team building and nurturing talent through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and belong, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
* 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 annual bonus
* 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 + 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
* Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme
Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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.
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