Restaurant Performance Director (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead their team in Exeter. This role emphasizes the importance of cultivating a positive work culture and delivering exceptional guest experiences. As a General Manager, you will be responsible for inspiring your team, maintaining high standards, and driving restaurant performance. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant environment. Enjoy fantastic perks like a bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals on shift, all while being part of a company that values individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 a year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Try new menus first

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Strong financial skills including budgeting and inventory management.
• Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Financial Management

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

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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 seeking 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 and continuously coaching and developing your team to achieve excellence while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

If you |

• Prioritize cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You excel at influencing and empowering emerging leaders through training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects high-quality service, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• 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 through ongoing development, committed to their 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 forward-thinking problem solver, capable of making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

Then we’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £8,000 a year
• 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 try 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 entitlement, 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.