Duty Manager

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 are looking for dynamic individuals with a love and passion for food to join us on our exciting journey our people are at the heart of what we do: As a Duty Manager, you must share our passion for Sushi and Japanese Street food and be a pro with our menu. You're the ultimate team motivator – bringing energy, encouragement, and a positive vibe that lifts everyone around you. You’ve got a sharp eye for detail and are passionate about delivering top-quality food and exceptional guest experiences. With your friendly personality and proactive mindset, you make guests and teammates feel instantly at ease. A dependable team player, you're always ready to roll up your sleeves and support wherever you're needed. As the Duty Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our ‘Grab n Perch’. Working alongside the Multi Site manager and team to ensure we deliver a seamless customer experience across each & every shift through great authentic service and producing our mouth-watering dishes. You will oversee operational efficiency and service standards, checking orders and ensuring all our products are always available. You will lead consistent standards and support your manager to analyse profit performance. You will constantly drive standards and hospitality, leading and challenging Team Members to achieve the highest levels of service. You support the management team to create an engaged team through a culture of teamwork and support. You will support with Team Members training, in a supportive and motivating manner ensuring that successful performance is reinforced, and constructive feedback is provided. Promote a safe and healthy working environment by being a 'safety-minded leader' who leads by example in reporting any food and safety issues and deficiencies in the Restaurant. You will be expected to achieve a level of service through the constant monitoring of our established brand standards. Support and cover an emergency shift when necessary 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 accessing our reward platform 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends Award-winning sustainability initiatives - We're committed to delivering progress against 9 UN sustainability goals, just some of the actions we've already taken include: 100% of all Salmon sourced from certified sustainable sources, Zero use of Species classed as MCS "Fish to Avoid" 1/3 rd of our Restaurant menu is plant-led and we are proud member of the Global Tuna Alliance Free trip to Japan! - our Annual Awards ceremony celebrates your success - with the winners being awarded a trip to Japan Job security - Joining an award-winning, globally expanding business gives you the opportunity to grow your career alongside us About us: Come roll with us and be part of something big . Celebrate global success across: Over 1500 retail kiosks globally (YO!, Panku, Mai Taiko Snowfox & Bento) Our Taiko manufacturing and distribution centre 63 YO! restaurants 3700 locations globally From Hawaii to Aberdeen Our Values Think like an owner. Be passionate. Speak openly. Move fast, together. Ready to Roll? Come roll with us and play a key role by bringing people together to celebrate better food for everyone the Japanese way... #J-18808-Ljbffr Yo