front of house manager

wagamama ltd; Midhurst; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £1,000

Biweekly pay with tips share

Friends & family 50% off

Free meals on shift

Earned pay access via Wagestream

Parental leave: 26 weeks full pay / 13

30% off at TRG brands

Job summary

wagamama ltd is seeking a Front of House Manager to lead vibrant, high-performing dining room operations. You will inspire and direct the team, manage shifts, and ensure exceptional guest experiences through hands-on leadership and quick problem-solving.

You will champion staff development, maintain service standards, and contribute to a proactive, Kaizen-style culture that seeks constant improvement in every shift. This full-time role emphasizes growth and hospitality excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a restaurant front-of-house or service team.
• Proven ability to plan and manage shifts with adequate coverage.
• Understanding of staffing costs and restaurant financials is beneficial.
• Strong leadership with a focus on staff development and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate front-of-house operations with energy.
• Support and develop your team to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
• Jump into service to resolve issues quickly and maintain high energy.
• Nurture team growth and Kaizen mindset for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with management to ensure smooth, high-performing service.

Skills

Team leadership

Shift planning

Labor management

Customer service

Job description

front of house manager | full time

at wagamama, food is life. we care deeply about fresh ingredients, great service, and the kind of leadership that lifts everyone up. as front of house manager, you will lead with energy, orchestrate seamless service, solve problems on the fly, and inspire your team to deliver unforgettable guest experiences

what you'll be doing

• working closely with the rest of the management team to run a vibrant and high-performing restaurant
• helping your team feel seen, supported, and proud of what they do
• jumping into service, solving problems fast, and keeping energy high
• nurturing your team to grow, not just hit targets
• thinking with a kaizen mindset - constantly spotting the little ways we can do things better, then making them happen

you'll love this role if you...

• are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and developing others to help them be the best they can be whilst maintaining high standards
• are experienced in running and planning shifts to make sure we have the right cover, love working with the team, and coaching on the go
• have experience in managing labour and rotas, and understand the financial performance of your restaurant
• love to celebrate success with your team, recognising what drives individuals and their needs

what you'll get

• a culture that backs your growth, wellbeing and individuality
• up to £1,000 annual bonus
• biweekly pay and a share of tips*
• 50% off for friends and family
• free meals on shift
• early access to earned pay with wagestream
• 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for new parents
• 30% off at other TRG brands (brunning & price pubs, barburrito and more)

in addition to this, we offer the usual benefits such as pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships and long service awards

we're proud to be a disability confident employer. no matter where you're from or who you are, you've got a seat at our bench

feed yourself, feed others

*100% of tips go to our teams. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way