Assistant Manager

Wingstop; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus

Flexible Rota

Free food on every shift

Employee discount

28 days holiday

Culture budgets

Team events

Incentives

Job summary

Wingstop is opening a brand-new restaurant in Southampton and seeks an Assistant Manager to drive the opening and set up a high-energy, high-performing team from day one.

You’ll work closely with the General Manager to recruit, train, and coach staff, establish processes, and embed a culture of fast service and excellent standards. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility and visible impact from the start.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience.
• Excited by new openings.
• Strong leadership and adaptability.
• High energy and ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the restaurant opening and setup.
• Lead and develop a brand-new team.
• Drive performance and service standards.
• Support recruitment and onboarding.
• Help shape culture and ways of working.

Skills

Management experience

New openings

Leadership

Ownership mindset

Job description

About Us

At Wingstop,we’re not just in the chicken business, we’re in the flavour business. Creatingmemorable experiences for our customers and team is what we do best, and we’vegot the awards to prove it (Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025and Deliveroo’s Restaurant of the Year). But our mission remains simple: BRINGTHE FLAVOUR.

About theRole

We’reopening a brand-new Wingstop restaurant. As an Assistant Manager in a New StoreOpening, you’ll play a key role in launching a brand-new restaurant and settingit up for success from day one. Working closely with the General Manager,you’ll help build and develop a brand-new team, establish ways of working, andcreate a high-energy, high-performing culture.

You’ll takeownership of day-to-day operations, supporting your team to deliver great food,fast service, and consistently high standards. From training and coaching newstarters to leading shifts and embedding processes, you’ll be central togetting the restaurant off to a strong start.

This is ahands-on role with real responsibility, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a visible impact from the verybeginning.

WhatYou’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the restaurant opening andsetup
• Leading and developing a brand-newteam
• Driving performance and servicestandards
• Supporting recruitment and onboarding
• Helping shape culture and waysofworking

WhatWe’re Looking For

• Previous management experience
• Excited by new openings
• Strong leadership and adaptability
• High energy and ownership mindset

OurValues

Authentic.Entrepreneurial. Fun. Service-Minded.

WhyWingstop

Here atWingstop, it’s all about the people, the passion, and the energy. We’re morethan just wings, we’re a fast-moving, fun, and inclusive team where everyone’svoice is heard, growth is encouraged, and effort is recognised. From day one,you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates teamwork, rewards ambition andthrives on bringing energy to every shift. Whether you’re learning new skills,leading a team, or helping launch a new store, you’ll feel the Wingstop vibe ineverything we do. We are fast-paced, high-energy, and all about deliveringgreat experiences for our customers and our people.

It’s morethan just a job. It’s a place to build confidence, make mates, and be part ofsomething that’s growing fast.

Benefits

• Quarterly Bonus
• Flexible Rota
• Free food on every shift
• Employee discount (50% Mon–Thurs, 20%Fri–Sun)
• 28 days holiday + birthday off
• Culture budgets allocated to everyrestaurant for recognition
• Team based events (performance)
• Regular company wide incentives

Grow WithUs

• Step Up Programme
• Structured leadership development
• Clear progression into GeneralManager roles

Perks& Vibes

• Wagestream access
• Bi Annual Management Conferences& Networking
• Discounts platform
• Employee recognition programmes
• Team socials and events
• Uniform provided

Diversity& Inclusion

We celebrateindividuality and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a supportiveenvironment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitmentprocess to perform at your best, please let us know - we’re here to assist you.

AIDisclaimer

AI can be auseful tool - and we understand many candidates use it for support. That said,we’re really interested in you, not an AI-generated version of you.

We want tohear your voice and understand your real experience. Applications or interviewtasks that rely heavily on AI may not give us an accurate picture of who youare. Bring your authentic self to the process - that’s who we’re excited tomeet.

Compensation: Competitive salary