EN - Area Manager

Company Description

Why Join Us?

This role requires commitment, resilience, and a passion for delivering results—but it’s equally about enjoying the journey. At Sushi Gourmet, we pride ourselves on creating an environment where you can grow your career, make a real impact, and have fun along the way.

Job Description

Area Manager – Sushi Gourmet Ireland (South Dublin)

Sushi Gourmet is looking for an enthusiastic and talented Area Manager to join our award-winning team in South Dublin Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting, developing, and inspiring our kiosk teams through hands-on guidance and training.

With over 208 kiosks across the UK and Ireland—and growing—this is a fantastic time to join a dynamic and expanding business.

The Role

As a Sushi Gourmet Area Manager, you’ll 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 8–12 kiosks across South Dublin and the surrounding area, 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.

You’ll 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 enthusiasm—leading by example to create a fun, friendly, and engaging workplace.

Qualifications

About the Role & What We’re Looking For

This is a dynamic, field-based role that involves travelling across our South Dublin locations, supporting our teams and driving success across the business. You’ll play a key part in strengthening our culture and helping our people thrive.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who is passionate about people, operational excellence, and delivering great results. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

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 driver’s 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 

• €45,000 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