Area Manager

The Role

As an Area Manager at Hana Group youll have the opportunity to bring together your strategic thinking commercial focus and people leadership skills to drive sales performance and operational excellence across your region.

You will be responsible for 12 kiosks providing strong leadership and coaching to ensure your teams consistently deliver against key performance indicators.

Your role will be varied combining day-to-day business activities with regular visits to your kiosks. During these visits you will:

• Recognise and build on team strengths
• Identify opportunities for improvement
• Implement initiatives to drive sales and profitability
• Uphold the highest standards of quality and operational excellence

You will work closely with Chef Managers and their teams setting clear goals supporting their development and driving accountability. A big part of your success in this role will come from your ability to create impactful strategies introduce new ideas and bring out the best in your people.

Youll also play a key role in recruiting top talent building strong engaged teams and ensuring our colleagues feel valued recognised and part of the Sushi Gourmet family

Responsibilities as an Area Manager 

• Inspire & lead: Coach mentor and motivate Chef Managers and their teams to consistently deliver outstanding performance and results.
• Drive growth: Identify opportunities and implement effective strategies to increase sales exceed targets and grow the business.
• Champion quality: Ensure all teams consistently uphold our standards delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences.
• Improve & innovate: Proactively spot areas for improvement and take action to continuously raise the bar.
• Build great teams: Recruit develop and retain talented Chef Managers and Sushi Chefs fostering a strong sense of belonging and teamwork.
• Deliver operational excellence: Oversee day-to-day operations including administrative tasks stock management and ensuring Food Health & Safety standards are executed flawlessly.
• Maintain brand standards: Ensure every kiosk looks incredible every day and reflects our brand at its best.
• Create a positive culture: Bring energy positivity and enthusiasmleading by example to create a fun friendly and engaging workplace.

About the Role & What Were Looking For

This is a dynamic field-based role that involves travelling to locations supporting our teams and driving success across the business. Youll play a key part in strengthening our culture and helping our people thrive.

Were looking for an enthusiastic motivated individual who is passionate about people operational excellence and delivering great results. If this sounds like you wed love to hear from you.

Qualifications :

Ideal Candidate

• Previous multi-site or multi-store management experience (essential)
• Background in Asian cuisine catering restaurant or hospitality is highly advantageous
• A natural leader with the ability to inspire coach and develop high-performing teams
• Strong commercial awareness with a proven track record of delivering results
• Passionate about quality operational standards and customer experience
• Highly organised with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Positive approachable and full of energy and enthusiasm
• Full valid drivers licence (essential)
• Food Hygiene Level 3 certification
• Knowledge and experience of HACCP and allergen management

Additional Information :

Benefits of being a Sushi Gourmet Area Manager 

• 40000 annual salary
• Car allowance
• Company phone and laptop provided
• Excellent career development opportunities across the UK Ireland and globally
• Free lunch while on shift
• Birthday leave enjoy an extra day off during your birthday month
• A Day for You an additional wellbeing day to use whenever you choose
• Annual bonus scheme
• Free onsite parking at most locations
• Access to our Make a Difference fund supporting causes that matter to you
• Competitive annual leave entitlement
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support whenever you need it.

Apply Now

If youre passionate about food take pride in your work and are ready to lead a high-performing area wed love to hear from you.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time