designate general manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Hampstead is seeking a Designate General Manager. You'll inspire your team while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and driving restaurant performance. Ideal candidates are forward-thinking, problem solvers with strong financial acumen. This role offers various perks, including a bonus scheme and a food allowance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Wagamama food allowance

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Prioritize cultivating a positive work culture.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences.
• Analyze data for key business decisions.
• Commit to team development and growth.
• Create an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to maintain high standards.
• Coach team for excellent results.
• Drive restaurant performance.

Skills

Strong financial acumen

Coaching and mentorship

Problem-solving

Emotional intelligence

Team building

Job description

Designate General Manager | Full Time

Celebrating three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate differences. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Designate General Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Designate General Manager, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, maintaining high expectations and standards. You will coach and develop your team to be their best while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

We are looking for someone who:

• Prioritizes cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You influence and empower emerging leaders by providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects outstanding service, either through your efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Possesses strong financial acumen, including budgeting, inventory management, labor management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data meticulously to inform key business decisions and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Focuses on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, committed to fostering personal and professional growth.
• Cares about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, enabling them to nourish and flourish in their roles and careers.
• Is a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

Then we’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Wagamama food allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide love above the door legend – our national recognition programme

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.