General Manager in Southampton

Wendy’s is hiring a General Manager to join our team. Our Company JRK Restaurants Group is a dynamic multi‑brand franchisee passionate about food and hospitality. We are growing aggressively with a commitment of opening over 25 units in the next 3 years across the UK with the different brands we represent. Our people are the heart of our business. Our amazing teams that deliver food and exceptional service to our guests are passionate about what they do. We celebrate individuality, reward hard work, and encourage ambition in each role.

As a General Manager of Wendy’s you will:

• Have the leadership skills and the total responsibility for managing and leading the daily operations of the restaurant both Front of House and Back of House.
• Focus specifically on staffing, training, and scheduling, all of which will help build and retain a 5‑star team.
• Identify talent and empower your team to grow by providing coaching & development while promoting a fun, energising work environment where people want to come to work each day.
• Use effective scheduling to ensure your team is the right place at the right time.
• Lead by example and inspire your team to deliver outstanding guest hospitality.
• Take advantage of local marketing opportunities to drive sales and the presence of your restaurant and the Wendy’s brand in your local area.
• Ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Show your Managers and Crew Members how to do it right, and make sure every shift is better than the last.
• Give and take direction like a pro.
• You’re passionate about developing employees with the goal to maximize their contributions and future promotability.

What you bring to the table:

• Proven experience leading people in a food service environment and excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Minimum 2 years of line operations experience; with demonstrated ability to lead and manage operations in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility to work 44‑hour work weeks – must be available all‑day parts and days of the week.
• High level of communication skills with the ability to effectively coach and develop your managers and team.

You’re willing and able to:

• Travel to other locations (restaurants, area office, etc.) as needed.

What’s in It for you?

• 44‑hour contract based over 5 days.
• A chance to join a company with ambitious growth plans with opportunities to develop and progress your career in an exciting industry.
• Participation in the pension scheme.
• 28 days paid holiday.
• An overall fun, motivated, and growing team to work with.
• Stream – Access to advanced pay.
• Free meal while you’re working.
• Attractive and achievable bonus scheme based on restaurant KPI’s.
• £34,000 base salary plus KPI based bonus scheme.

What are you waiting for? Are you an inspirational leader? Fun? Eager to learn? We would love to have you as part of our team!