Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand in Edinburgh seeks a General Manager to inspire and lead their team. The role focuses on driving performance, enhancing guest experience, and fostering a positive work culture. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, this position offers a competitive bonus and various perks, including private medical insurance and free meals.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Holiday and training

Retail and leisure discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and developing team members.
• Strong focus on guest experience and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to maintain high standards and performance.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Emotional Intelligence

Job description

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Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Edinburgh

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

General Manager | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and prioritize personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a General Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl, to soul.

The role |

As a 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 reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders will be evident as you provide training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every interaction reflects exceptional service, either through your efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Possess strong financial acumen, including budgeting, inventory management, labour management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data to make informed business decisions and foster continuous improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, committed to fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

Then we’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant persons or those adopting a child will 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
• National recognition as a love above the door legend — our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.