Assistant General Manager — Fast-Paced Restaurant Leader

wagamama; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £3,000

Share of tips

50% off for friends & family

Free meals on shift

Early access to earned pay with Wagest

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay—

30% off at other TRG brands

Job summary

wagamama, a lively restaurant group, seeks an Assistant General Manager to partner with the GM and lead a fast-paced, high-performing team in London. You will drive service excellence, mentor staff, and maintain pace during busy periods, while building a culture that energises both guests and crew.

You’ll be expected to coach staff for growth, handle service challenges with composure, and continually seek small improvements that elevate daily performance.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a high-performing restaurant.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Comfort in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Work with the general manager to run a vibrant, high-performing restaurant.
• Support and empower the team to feel seen and proud.
• Engage in service, solve problems quickly, and keep energy high.
• Coach the team to grow and not just hit targets.
• Apply Kaizen mindset to identify and implement small improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Empathy

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama, a lively restaurant group, seeks an Assistant General Manager to partner with the GM and lead a fast-paced, high-performing team in London. You will drive service excellence, mentor staff, and maintain pace during busy periods, while building a culture that energises both guests and crew.

You’ll be expected to coach staff for growth, handle service challenges with composure, and continually seek small improvements that elevate daily performance.