General Manager

General Manager

Operations - Leamington Spa

Contract: Full Time
Salary: £41,300 - 43,300
Contracted Hours: 45

At Yo! Sushi, we serve up fresh food, fast-paced energy, and a dining experience like no other. Think iconic conveyor belts, bold Japanese flavours, and a team that brings the vibe every single day.

With 30+ restaurants across the UK since 1997, we’re a brand that’s built on innovation, quality, and great people.
Whether it’s a quick lunch or a catch-up with friends, we create memorable experiences for every guest—and it all starts with our teams. If you’re passionate, energetic, and ready to thrive in a busy environment, you’ll fit right in.
Join us and be part of something fast, fun, and full of flavour.

About You

We’re looking for dynamic, people-focused leaders with a real passion for food and hospitality to join us on our journey. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re after individuals who bring energy, drive, and ambition:

• A natural role model with a hunger for success and delivering exceptional results
• Curious, ambitious, and always looking to learn and grow
• Takes pride in doing things the right way, every time
• Positive, enthusiastic, and full of energy
• Thrives on challenges with a proactive, can-do mindset
• Excited to be part of a growing success story

What you’ll be doing:

As a General Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind an exceptional guest experience and a brilliant place to work—leading a team that brings energy, pride, and personality to every shift.

• Creating a restaurant where guests feel welcomed, valued, and excited to return
• Leading a culture where your team feel supported, motivated, and proud of what they do
• Building a strong, engaged team that works together and delivers great service naturally
• Setting the tone on shift—leading from the front and bringing energy to every service
• Developing people so they can grow, progress, and reach their full potential
• Making your restaurant a place where great talent wants to stay and thrive
• Encouraging a guest-first mindset in everything your team does
• Acting on feedback and insight to constantly improve the guest experience
• Creating an environment that feels safe, inclusive, and supportive for everyone
• Inspiring confidence in your leadership team so they can step up and succeed
• Staying connected to your local area and ensuring your restaurant feels relevant, vibrant, and part of the community

We're proud to offer:

Fantastic working hours

Free YO! food - What's your favourite YO! dish? Every time you work you can power your shift with a selection of your choice from our fantastic menu

Grow with YO!- we will pay for you to achieve professional qualifications (up to Degree level) whilst you work

Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including private medical health plan and 24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Discounted gym membership, cinema tickets, dining out and retail offers are all available by