Job Title: General Manager - Inclusive Culture Focus (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire
Client: Wagamama
Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU Work Permit Required: Yes
Job Views: 2
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
General Manager | Full Time | Exciting New Opening in June
With over three decades of celebrating diversity and personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama — and more than 165 restaurants, we are seeking a General Manager to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.
The Role:
As a General Manager, you will inspire your team to exceed guest expectations, maintain high standards, and continuously coach and develop your team to achieve their best while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.
What We’re Looking For:
* Ability to cultivate a positive and inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation, providing training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
* Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every interaction reflects outstanding service and empowering your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
* Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, inventory management, labor management, and strategic marketing, with a data-driven approach to decision-making and 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 belong, enabling them to flourish in their roles and careers.
* Forward-thinking problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick decisions on your feet.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme and additional earning opportunities.
* Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family.
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
* Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
* Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests.
* Access 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.
Our Culture:
Be you, be Wagamama.
*Successful candidates may be required to undergo 4 weeks of training in the UK.
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