Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a General Manager in Basingstoke, where you will inspire your team, maintain high standards, and drive performance. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values individuality and offers numerous benefits, including a generous 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

50% off outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

Qualifications

• Strong financial skills including budgeting and inventory management.
• Dedicated to delivering excellent guest service.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coach and develop team to achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training

Coaching

Mentoring

Problem Solving

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Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client: Wagamama

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 diversity. We value personality over perfection — be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for 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 deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high standards, and drive restaurant performance. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential while achieving outstanding results.

About You:

• You prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• You are dedicated to delivering excellent guest service, ensuring every interaction reflects our high standards.
• You possess strong financial skills, including budgeting, inventory, labor management, and strategic marketing, using data to inform decisions and foster continuous improvement.
• You focus on building and nurturing your team, supporting their personal and professional growth.
• You care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued.
• You are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

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 and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Early access to our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

We also 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.