Restaurant Leadership Innovator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate General Manager to lead their vibrant team. This role emphasizes creating a positive and inclusive work culture while delivering exceptional guest experiences. As a General Manager, you will inspire your team, manage financial operations, and foster personal and professional growth. With a commitment to excellence, you will play a pivotal role in driving restaurant performance and ensuring every guest interaction is outstanding. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and offers a range of exciting perks, including generous bonuses and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

New menu tastings

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to inspire and develop the team.
• Financial acumen for budgeting and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire team to exceed guest expectations and maintain high standards.
• Drive restaurant performance and achieve excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Team Development

Education

Experience in Restaurant Management

Job description

Job Description:

General Manager | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection. 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 exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and drive restaurant performance to achieve excellent results.

We are looking for someone who:

• Prioritizes a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel in training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences by ensuring every interaction reflects outstanding service, supporting your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Possesses strong financial acumen, including budgeting, inventory management, labor management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data to inform business decisions and foster continuous improvement.
• Focuses on building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Cares about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Is a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and thinking on your feet.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

Prioritize a positive, inclusive work environment, demonstrate leadership, and are committed to excellence in guest service and team development.

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 from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting 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 through our 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

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