Assistant General Manager: Lead a Fast-Paced Team

wagamama; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Tips share

Friends & family discount

Free meals on shift

Wagestream early pay

Parental leave benefit

Brand discounts

Job summary

wagamama in Beaconsfield is seeking an assistant general manager to help run a vibrant, high-performing restaurant in partnership with the general manager. You will lead through calm leadership, coach your team to grow, and keep service fast and friendly in a busy environment.

You will bring empathy, energy, and a Kaizen mindset to daily operations, continuously seeking small improvements that uplift the whole team and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in fast-paced hospitality environments.
• Ability to coach and develop staff for growth and performance.
• Demonstrates empathy with teams while maintaining high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Work with the general manager to run a vibrant, high-performing restaurant.
• Support and develop your team, ensuring they feel seen and proud.
• Jump into service, resolve issues quickly, and maintain energy during peak times.
• Coach team members to grow beyond targets and improve operations.
• Apply a kaizen mindset to identify small, impactful improvements and execute them.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Empathy

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama in Beaconsfield is seeking an assistant general manager to help run a vibrant, high-performing restaurant in partnership with the general manager. You will lead through calm leadership, coach your team to grow, and keep service fast and friendly in a busy environment.

You will bring empathy, energy, and a Kaizen mindset to daily operations, continuously seeking small improvements that uplift the whole team and guest experience.