Assistant General Manager

Private Employer; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique restaurant in Leicester City Centre is looking for an Assistant General Manager to oversee daily operations and enhance team performance. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of management and barista experience, alongside strong leadership qualities. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth in a supportive and creative environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Opportunities for growth

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ management experience in a premium café, brunch restaurant, or boutique hospitality setting.
• Minimum 2 years’ barista experience, ideally at senior or lead level.
• Confident in workflow management and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, service flow, and team performance.
• Lead by example during busy brunch periods.
• Act as floor lead when the GM is away.

Skills

Management experience

Barista skills

Workflow management

Job description

Assistant General Manager

Leicester City Centre

Up to £35,000 DOE

Full-Time, Daytime Hours, Weekends Essential

Do you want to progress into a General Manager role within the next 6 months?

Our client is a Scandinavian–New York inspired brunch restaurant built on friendship, connection, and exceptional coffee. Their calm, design‑led space offers a welcoming home for people who appreciate craft — from perfectly pulled espresso shots to beautifully plated brunch dishes. Due to their growth, they are expanding their leadership team and are looking for an ambitious professional to join their team. This role is ideal for a seasoned hospitality manager with strong barista skills and a passion for people.

The role

Assistant General Manager

Oversee daily operations, service flow, and team performance.

Uphold high standards of coffee, food, and atmosphere.

Manage compliance, rotas, stock control, and reporting.

Lead by example during busy brunch periods.

Manage stock control, cost efficiency and supplier orders. Senior Barista (essential)

Lead all aspects of coffee preparation, training, and quality control.

Support daily operations, rotas, and guest experience alongside the GM.

Act as floor lead when the GM is away.

Maintain EHO and hygiene compliance with precision and care.

Maintain excellent customer service ensuring all issues are resolved

The candidate :

Minimum 2 years’ management experience in a premium café, brunch restaurant, or boutique hospitality setting.

Minimum 2 years’ barista experience, ideally at senior or lead level.

Basic food hygiene or EHO knowledge desirable

Confident in workflow management and team leadership.

Weekend availability essential.

What is on offer :

Competitive pay (based on experience)

Daytime hours : typically between 08 : 00–19 : 00

Opportunities for growth within a creative, design‑led concept

Supportive and inspiring working culture

Interested? Please click ‘Apply’ today