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

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a General Manager in Wolverhampton to inspire a team and drive performance while fostering an inclusive work culture. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, financial acumen, and a dedication to guest experience. Benefits include a substantial bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a family-friendly policy.

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 with full pay

New menu experiences

Wagamama parties

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting and inventory management.
• Ability to coach and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to maintain high standards and drive restaurant performance.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience through effective delegation.
• Recruit and nurture team members for personal and professional growth.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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general manager |full time

Three decades of acting differently; we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a general manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a general manager, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, maintaining high expectations and standards. You will coach and develop your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. Your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders shines through as you provide training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, ensuring every interaction reflects exceptional service, either through your efforts or by empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Possess strong financial acumen, including budgeting, inventory management, labor management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data to drive key business decisions and foster continuous improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth among team members.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, allowing them to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

Then 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% outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or adopter receives 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 love above the door legend – our national recognition programme

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.