general manager - Inclusive and Empowering Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a General Manager, where you will inspire your team and drive performance in an inclusive and empowering work culture. Your role will focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, financial management, and fostering team growth. Enjoy a range of benefits including bonuses, private medical insurance, and more.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Recognition as a nationwide Wagamama legend

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Deliver exceptional guest experience through team empowerment.
• Strong financial acumen for budgeting and strategic marketing.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop team to exceed expectations.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.
• Build and nurture team through recruitment and development.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Job description

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general manager - Inclusive and Empowering Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

General Manager | Full-time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking a General Manager to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a General Manager, you will inspire your team to exceed expectations, maintaining high standards and continuously coaching and developing your team to achieve their best 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. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders by providing excellent training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every interaction reflects outstanding service, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Possess strong financial acumen, including budgeting, inventory management, labor management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data meticulously to drive key business decisions and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, committed to fostering personal and professional growth among team members.
• 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, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents 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
• Recognition as a nationwide Wagamama legend through our national recognition programme

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.