Head of Restaurant Operations (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a General Manager in Cambridge to inspire excellence and deliver exceptional guest experiences. The role involves motivating the team, ensuring high standards, and driving performance through effective leadership and financial management. Join a vibrant culture that values individuality and offers numerous benefits including a bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

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 program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in fostering a positive work culture and mentoring leaders.
• Strong financial management skills including budgeting and labor management.

Responsibilities

• Motivate team to exceed expectations and maintain high standards.
• Drive restaurant performance through coaching and strategic leadership.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Problem Solving

Leadership

Financial Skills

Job description

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Head of Restaurant Operations (Hiring Immediately), Cambridge

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Cambridge

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

General Manager | Full-time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection. We are seeking a General Manager to lead our team, inspire excellence, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role |

As a General Manager, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and drive restaurant performance through coaching, development, and strategic leadership.

If you |

• Prioritize fostering a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects exceptional service and empowering your team to do the same.
• Possess strong financial skills, including budgeting, inventory, labor management, and strategic marketing, with a focus on data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Focus on team development, from recruitment to ongoing growth, nurturing personal and professional progress.
• Care about creating an environment where your team feels respected, valued, and able to flourish.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of making quick, effective decisions.

Then we’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year
• 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 for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be among the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide legend through our recognition program

Additionally, 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.