Evening & Weekend Front of House Manager — Lead Service

wagamama; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay and tips share

Friends and family discount 50%

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access with Wagestream

Parental leave pay: 26 weeks full / 13

Parental leave pay: 26 weeks full pay/

Earned wage access

Job summary

wagamama is seeking a junior front of house manager to lead evenings and weekends, keeping service smooth and backing the team when busy. You’ll be right there in the action, helping guests feel valued and ensuring standards are met.

You’ll work with the management team to run a vibrant restaurant, mentor staff, plan shifts, and solve problems on the floor. This role rewards leadership, collaboration, and a Kaizen mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality management or supervisory role.
• Ability to mentor and coach frontline teams.

Responsibilities

• Run a vibrant, high-performing restaurant in collaboration with the management team.
• Mentor and support the FOH team to ensure guests have a positive experience.
• Step in to cover busy periods and keep service moving smoothly in all sections.
• Plan shifts and rosters to ensure proper coverage and efficiency.
• Continuously look for improvements using a Kaizen mindset and implement changes.

Skills

Team leadership

Shift planning

Labour management

Customer service

Mentoring

Problem solving

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama is seeking a junior front of house manager to lead evenings and weekends, keeping service smooth and backing the team when busy. You’ll be right there in the action, helping guests feel valued and ensuring standards are met.

You’ll work with the management team to run a vibrant restaurant, mentor staff, plan shifts, and solve problems on the floor. This role rewards leadership, collaboration, and a Kaizen mindset.