Front of House Lead (Part-Time) — Growth & Team Impact

wagamama; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay and tips share

Friends and family 50% off

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access via Wagestream

Parental leave: 26 weeks/13 weeks

30% off at TRG brands

Pension scheme

Holiday

Training

Cycle to work

Discount gym memberships

Long service awards

Disability confident employer

Job summary

wagamama in Milton Keynes is seeking a junior front of house manager to support daily restaurant operations, help keep service smooth, and back the team during busy periods.

You’ll lead by example, mentor colleagues, manage shift planning, and foster a high-energy, inclusive team that delivers great guest experiences.

This role emphasizes growth, teamwork, and a Kaizen mindset, with a part-time schedule and the chance to develop in a dynamic, people-focused hospitality brand.

Responsibilities

• working closely with the rest of the management team to run a vibrant and high-performing restaurant
• nurturing a place where your team feels safe, seen, and proud to show up
• mentoring your team and helping them grow
• jumping into sections, solving problems, and keeping pace
• thinking with a kaizen mindset - constantly spotting the little ways we can do things better, then making them happen

Job description

wagamama in Milton Keynes is seeking a junior front of house manager to support daily restaurant operations, help keep service smooth, and back the team during busy periods.

You’ll lead by example, mentor colleagues, manage shift planning, and foster a high-energy, inclusive team that delivers great guest experiences.

This role emphasizes growth, teamwork, and a Kaizen mindset, with a part-time schedule and the chance to develop in a dynamic, people-focused hospitality brand.