Restaurant Performance Director (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Restaurant Performance Director to lead a dynamic team in Birmingham. In this pivotal role, you will inspire your team to deliver outstanding guest experiences while managing financial operations and fostering a positive work culture. This innovative firm values personality over perfection and offers a variety of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and a family-friendly policy. Join a company that celebrates diversity and encourages personal and professional growth, making a significant impact in the culinary landscape.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via wagestream

Private medical insurance

Free shift food from our menu

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant management with a focus on performance.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage financial aspects including budgeting and strategic marketing.
• Recruit and nurture your team, promoting personal growth.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Business Management or related field

Job description

Job Description: Restaurant Performance Director (Hiring Immediately), Birmingham

Client: wagamama

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Overview

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection. We are seeking a Restaurant Performance Director to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high standards and expectations.
• Coach and develop your team to reach their full potential while driving restaurant performance and results.
• Foster a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, effective delegation, and leadership development.
• Ensure every guest interaction reflects our commitment to excellence in service.
• Manage financial aspects including budgeting, inventory, labor, and strategic marketing to inform business decisions.
• Recruit, onboard, and nurture your team, promoting personal and professional growth.
• Create an environment where your team feels respected and valued, encouraging their development and engagement.
• Apply problem-solving skills to address challenges proactively and make quick, effective decisions.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free shift food 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
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a wagamama legend through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Join us and be yourself, be wagamama.

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.