Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a General Manager in Woking to inspire and develop a team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while driving restaurant performance. This role emphasizes emotional intelligence, financial acumen, and team building to foster a positive work culture.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and developing teams.
• Strong financial skills including budgeting and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Deliver exceptional guest experience and ensure excellent service.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Building

Financial Skills

Problem Solving

Job description

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Lead Hospitality Innovator (Hiring Immediately), Woking

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Woking, 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

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 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 reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and achieving 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 is key, as you provide training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every interaction reflects excellent service through your efforts and by equipping your team with the right skills and mindset.
• Possess strong financial skills, including budgeting, inventory management, 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 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, allowing them to thrive 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 friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or adopter receives 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

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.