Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand seeks a General Manager in Coventry to inspire teams and ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role emphasizes leadership, financial acumen, and fostering a positive work culture. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and developing teams.
• Strong focus on guest experience and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to maintain high standards and performance.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Job description

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Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Coventry, 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

Three decades of acting different, 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 both body and 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 be their best while driving restaurant performance and delivering 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 equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Possess strong financial acumen, including budgeting, inventory management, labor management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data meticulously to drive key business decisions and foster continuous improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, committed to fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and that they belong, enabling 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 your friends and family.
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 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 program.

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 Disability Confident.