Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a General Manager in Leeds to inspire their team and deliver exceptional service. The role involves coaching, developing staff, and ensuring high performance while fostering an inclusive work environment. Competitive benefits include bonuses, medical insurance, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free shift food and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Pension schemes

Holiday and training

Cycle-to-work schemes

Retail and leisure discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring leaders.
• Strong financial skills including budgeting and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional service and maintain high standards.
• Coach and develop team for performance improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Financial Skills

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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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 — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are seeking a General Manager to lead our team in nourishing both body and soul.

The role |

As a General Manager, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional service, maintain high standards, and drive restaurant performance. You will coach, develop, and motivate your team to achieve their best.

If you |

• Prioritize creating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects exceptional service, and equipping your team accordingly.
• Possess strong financial skills, including budgeting, inventory, labor management, and strategic marketing, and use data to inform decisions and improve continuously.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering growth and professional advancement.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

Then we’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 annual bonus
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adoptive parents
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend — 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.