General Manager

Wingstop; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus

Long-Term Investment Plan

Flexible Rota

Free food on every shift

33 days holiday + birthday off

Culture budgets

Team events

Incentives

Leadership conferences

Job summary

Wingstop is opening a brand-new restaurant in the UK. The General Manager will take full ownership of launching and leading the new store, from selecting and coaching staff to shaping culture and ways of working to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team, implement efficient operations, control costs, and drive sales in a fast-paced environment with an energetic, hands-on leadership style.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership experience.
• Experience in new store openings preferred.
• High energy with ownership mindset and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Leading the restaurant opening.
• Building and developing your team.
• Setting standards and ways of working.
• Driving performance from day one.

Skills

Leadership experience

New openings

High energy

Ownership mindset

Team building

Job description

At Wingstop,we’re not just in the chicken business, we’re in the flavour business. Creatingmemorable experiences for our customers and team is what we do best, and we’vegot the awards to prove it (Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025and Deliveroo’s Restaurant of the Year). But our mission remains simple: BRINGTHE FLAVOUR.

About theRole

Somethingexciting is coming! We’re opening a brand-new Wingstop restaurant! As a GeneralManager for a New Store Opening, you’ll have full accountability for launchingand leading a brand-new restaurant. From building your team to setting theculture and establishing ways of working, you’ll play a key role in bringingthe brand to life in a new location.

You’ll takeownership of all aspects of the business, from driving sales and controllingcosts to delivering exceptional customer experiences. Leading from the front,you’ll recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team, ensuring therestaurant is set up for long-term success from day one.

This is ahands-on, high-impact role where you’ll shape the direction of your restaurant,build a strong team culture, and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-energyenvironment.

WhatYou’ll Be Doing

• Leading the restaurant opening
• Building and developing your team
• Setting standards and ways of working
• Driving performance from day one

WhatWe’re Looking For

• Strong leadership experience
• Experience in new openings(preferred)
• High energy and ownership mindset
• Ability to build teams from scratch

OurValues

Authentic.Entrepreneurial. Fun. Service-Minded.

WhyWingstop

Here atWingstop, it’s all about the people, the passion, and the energy. We’re morethan just wings, we’re a fast-moving, fun, and inclusive team where everyone’svoice is heard, growth is encouraged, and effort is recognised. From day one,you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates teamwork, rewards ambition andthrives on bringing energy to every shift. Whether you’re learning new skills,leading a team, or helping launch a new store, you’ll feel the Wingstop vibe ineverything we do. We are fast-paced, high-energy, and all about deliveringgreat experiences for our customers and our people.

It’s morethan just a job. It’s a place to build confidence, make mates, and be part ofsomething that’s growing fast.

• Quarterly Bonus
• Opportunities to join our Long-TermInvestment Plan (for high-performing GMs and Stores)
• Flexible Rota
• Free food on every shift
• 33 days holiday + birthday off
• Culture budgets allocated to everyrestaurant for recognition
• Team based events (performance)
• Regular company wide incentives
• Long-Term Investment Plan (forhigh-performing GMs)
• Leadership events and conferences

Grow WithUs

• Career progression opportunities
• Bi Annual Management Conferences& Networking
• Wagestream access
• Discounts platform
• Recognition programmes

Diversity& Inclusion

We celebrateindividuality and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a supportiveenvironment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitmentprocess to perform at your best, please let us know - we’re here to assist you.

AIDiscclaimer

AI can be auseful tool - and we understand many candidates use it for support. That said,we’re really interested in you, not an AI-generated version of you.

We want tohear your voice and understand your real experience. Applications or interviewtasks that rely heavily on AI may not give us an accurate picture of who youare. Bring your authentic self to the process - that’s who we’re excited tomeet.

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