junior front of house manager - Join a brand that celebrates individuality and growth (Hiring I[...]

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and dynamic restaurant brand is seeking a Junior Front of House Manager who is passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. In this full-time role, you will lead by example, coaching your team while maintaining high standards of service. With a commitment to individuality and growth, this position offers flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of benefits, including access to earnings before payday and generous discounts. Join a team that celebrates performance and recognizes your contributions through a unique recognition program.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

30% Earnings Access

Free Food on Shift

50% Off for Friends and Family

Family-Friendly Policies

Early Access to New Menus

Recognition Program

Pension Scheme

Holiday Benefits

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing teams while maintaining high standards.
• Ready to run shifts, plan staffing, and coach on the go.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and developing your team to create a positive environment.
• Supporting shift operations and driving restaurant performance.

Skills

Team Development

Shift Management

Labor Management

Financial Performance Understanding

Education

High School Diploma

Hospitality Management Degree

Job description

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junior front of house manager - Join a brand that celebrates individuality and growth (Hiring Immediately), reading

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

junior front of house manager | full time

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are looking for a junior front of house manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a junior front of house manager, you will be a developing leader who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. Your responsibilities include coaching and developing your team, supporting shift operations, and driving restaurant performance.

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• is ready to run shifts, plan staffing, and coach on the go
• has an understanding of managing labor, rotas, and is eager to learn about financial performance
• recognizes great performance and celebrates it with the team

What’s in it for you:

• biweekly pay plus tips
• access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• flexible hours to support side activities
• free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• industry-leading family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• early access to new menus
• wagamama parties with VIP guests
• national recognition as a wagamama legend through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; tips are not considered wages.