Overview

as an assistant general manager you''ll be an integral part of the restaurant leadership team, supporting the general manager in leading the restaurant in the wagamama way. you''ll live + breath our people promise, values and embody core leadership behaviours. you''ll inspire + motivate them to provide exceptional service to our guests whilst always striving to exceed expectations. you''ll have a real passion for people, food + hospitality and you''ll be driven to make positive change.The wagamama way | kaizen, meaning ''good change'', is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet. at wagamama, we''re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life.

Responsibilities

an experienced hospitality manager that is able to lead a restaurant team with positive behaviour + actions, driving performance in a fast paced, complex environment

a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported

experienced in understanding the financial performance of a restaurant and identifying opportunities

ability to manage a restaurant and labour budget

a passionate leader with experience of managing your teams performance and development

an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career

a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions

Qualifications

the wagamama way | kaizen, meaning ''good change'', is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh.

Benefits

a brilliant salary, £3000 bonus opportunity per year + £140 per week average tips

pension scheme + 28 days holiday

access up to 30% of your earnings before pay day with wagestream

dedicated 6-week training programme

£14 - £25 of free wagamama food allowance on every shift

50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

internal progression opportunities if you''re aspiring to become a general manager in the near future

kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ''strapped for cash'' moments in life

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