Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a General Manager in Leicester. You'll inspire your team to provide exceptional service, drive performance, and foster a positive work culture. Enjoy a competitive salary with benefits including bonuses and medical insurance.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annual bonus opportunity

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in creating an inclusive work culture.
• Strong financial skills including budgeting and inventory management.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to deliver exceptional service and maintain high standards.
• Coach and develop team for operational excellence.
• Analyze data for informed business decisions.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coaching

Financial Skills

Problem Solving

Job description

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wagamama

Location:

Leicester

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Other

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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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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 will inspire your team to deliver exceptional service, maintain high standards, and drive restaurant performance. You will coach and develop your team to reach their potential while ensuring operational excellence and excellent results.

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 outstanding guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects exceptional 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 to make informed business decisions and foster continuous improvement.
• Focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

We’d love to hear from you if you fit this profile.

What’s in it for you |

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

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama proudly participates in the Disability Confident scheme.