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assistant general manager
Assistant General Manager | Full-Time
at wagamama, food is life. we care deeply about fresh ingredients, service with pace, and the kind of leadership that lifts everyone up. as Assistant General Manager, you’ll bring the calm in the chaos, the rhythm to the rush, and the support your team needs to thrive.
About the Role
At Wagamama, you’ll be part of a close-knit team running a vibrant, high-performing restaurant, where every discussion is built on a solidarity-first philosophy.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with your General Manager to deliver exceptional standards of food and service
- Foster a supportive environment where team members feel valued and motivated
- Roll up your sleeves and actively participate in front-of-house operations to maintain momentum and solve problems swiftly
- Empower your team through coaching, encouraging them to grow both personally and professionally
- Apply a Kaizen mindset—continuously identifying small but meaningful improvements and driving them through
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Who You Are
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
- Lead with empathy and a touch of edge to guide and inspire
- Inspire unity among team members, ensuring cohesive collaboration
- See yourself growing into a General Manager role in the future
- Flourish in a dynamic, high-energy atmosphere where variety is the spice of life -Strongly believe in how food and restaurants create meaningful connections
What You’ll Get
A rewarding experience and benefits that combine flexibility with security:
- A back-and-forth culture that supports growth, wellbeing, and individuality
- Up to £3,000 annual bonus
- A share of the tips (as detailed below)
- 50% off food and drinks for friends and family
- Free meals during shifts
- Early access to earned pay via Wagestream
- New parents enjoy 26 weeks of full pay + 13 weeks at half pay
- 30% discount across all TRG brands, including Brunner & Price Pubs, Barburrito and more
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Additional standard benefits incl المجموعات:
- Pension scheme
- Annual holiday
- Training opportunities
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounts on retail and leisure activities
- Discounted gym memberships
- Long Service Awards
Inclusion & Culture
We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone has their seat at the table.
Join us and take a seat—be it at the front line, the leadership bench, or anywhere in between.
We proudly recognise disability equality analysis practices and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
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Disclaimer: 100% of tips are redistributed to Wagamama teams. The rate of tips received may vary by restaurant and depends entirely on customer discretion. While this is not considered as a wage, it’s a fantastic way to support your colleagues.
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