Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a General Manager in Chester, where you will inspire your team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. With a focus on inclusivity and development, you will drive performance and foster a positive work culture. Enjoy benefits like a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift.

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 (26 weeks full pay)

Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

Pension schemes

Holiday

Training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Strong financial skills including budgeting and inventory management.
• Dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach team to exceed guest expectations.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Financial Skills

Problem Solving

Job description

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Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Chester

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chester, 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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being 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 exceed guest expectations, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to be their best while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders by providing training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects outstanding service, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Possess strong financial skills, including budgeting, inventory, labor management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data meticulously to inform business decisions and foster continuous improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team from recruitment through ongoing development, supporting personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, allowing them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

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% outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• 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

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, 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 Disability Confident.