Restaurant Operations Director (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an exciting new opening as a General Manager, where you will lead a vibrant team in delivering exceptional guest experiences. This role emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, coaching, and financial acumen to ensure the restaurant thrives. With a focus on inclusivity and personal growth, you will create an environment where every team member feels valued. Enjoy fantastic perks like free meals, a generous family-friendly policy, and opportunities for personal development. Be part of a dynamic journey that nourishes both body and soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Wagamama parties

Access to earnings before payday

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle-to-work schemes

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Proven ability to foster a positive work culture.
• Strong financial skills including budgeting and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop your team to exceed guest expectations.
• Drive restaurant performance and maintain high standards.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Training and Coaching

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Team Building

Job description

Restaurant Operations Director (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

General Manager | Full Time | Exciting New Opening in June

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference 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, maintaining high standards. You will coach and develop your team to perform at their best while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

Requirements:

• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at training, coaching, and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects high-quality service.
• Strong financial skills, including budgeting, inventory management, labour management, and strategic marketing. You analyze data to inform business decisions and promote continuous improvement.
• Commitment to building and nurturing your team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Ability to create an inclusive environment where team members feel respected and valued, enabling them to thrive.
• Proactive problem-solving skills, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

If you meet these requirements, we would love to hear from you.

What’s In It for You:

• Bonus scheme and additional earning opportunities
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to be among the first to experience our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Access to up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

*Successful candidates may be required to undergo a 4-week training in the UK.