Assistant General Manager

Sommelier Edit Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship under experienced leadership

Ongoing training and educational opportunities

28 days holiday per year

Team socials

Up to 50% discounts at group venues

Job summary

An innovative wine bar company in West London is seeking an Assistant General Manager to join their opening team. This full-time role is vital for creating a vibrant environment, emphasizing high-quality service and strong team culture. Candidates should have a minimum of two years’ hospitality management experience and WSET Level 3 knowledge to develop an influential wine program. The position also offers mentorship and training opportunities, a friendly team environment, and 28 days of holiday annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in hospitality management.
• Strong knowledge of low-intervention and classic wine producers.
• Ability to provide exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage a distinctive wine list and drive guest engagement.
• Lead service with a hands-on approach and attention to detail.
• Train and develop team members through coaching.
• Support operational and financial performance of the business.

Skills

Hospitality management

WSET Level 3 wine knowledge

Passion for wine and food

Job description

NEW WINE BAR & RESTAURANT

LAUNCH JUNE 2026

Assistant General Manager

SALARY: £45,000 per annum

LOCATION: West London

OPPORTUNITY: An exciting opportunity to join the opening team as Assistant General Manager of an ambitious new wine bar concept launching June 2026, working alongside a thought‑leader in the London wine world.

THE CONCEPT

• CONCEPT: Inspired by southern european wine bar culture and set in a west London mews with generous outdoor space for dining and drinking - it will be a creative, cultural and community hub combining rare wines, ingredient‑led cooking, art, music, poetry and design.
• PEOPLE: The project comes from co‑founders Elliot Milne (founder of Milk Beach) and Alex Price (Former Head of Wine at Plates, Head of Wine for HAM Restaurants, Beaverbrook and Annabels), bringing together deep experience across hospitality, wine, and operations.
• WINE: The wine program will be thoughtful and creative, exploring both classic old world estates and new age independent winemakers, all underpinned by low intervention sustainable farming practices, with an extensive selection of winemakers from all over the world.
• FOOD: An ingredient‑led food offering that draws on Italian and Southern French influences, from an exciting chef to be announced soon.
• VIBE: The aim is to create something fresh for West London, a vibrant, community‑led space that showcases exceptional wines and plates with a lively atmosphere and a carefully curated cultural program including musicians, speakers, poets and wine nights. In the summer, the mews will come alive with street‑side dining and drinking.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• PASSIONATE: we’re building a team that is passionate about hospitality, wine and food and with a never‑ending curiosity to learn and share.
• CONNECTION TO THE ARTS: we’re looking for people with a genuine connection to and interest in the arts, who will resonate with and add to the cultural and community ethos of the wine bar.
• EXPERIENCE: minimum two years’ experience in hospitality management, WSET Level 3 wine knowledge.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is a key full‑time leadership role at the wine bar, working alongside the General Manager to run a successful business and drive team culture. This is a hands‑on, floor‑led position focused on delivering high standards, developing the team, and driving culture. We’re looking for someone who brings energy, ideas, and a genuine desire to grow with the business.

• Wine & Guest Experience: A passionate and well‑connected wine professional with strong knowledge across both low‑intervention and classic producers. Plays an active role in developing and managing a distinctive wine list, while driving guest engagement and sales through confident, informed recommendations. Continues personal development through tastings, wine lunches, wine events and producer visits.
• Service Leadership: Leads from the front with a hands‑on, service‑driven approach. Runs organised, high‑quality services with clear structure, strong attention to detail, and a consistent focus on delivering an exceptional guest experience.
• Team Development & Culture: Inspires, trains, and develops the team through hands‑on coaching and structured education. Builds a positive, accountable culture, managing performance and providing clear, constructive feedback in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Operations & Financial Performance: Supports the GM in the effective running of the business, maintaining strong operational knowledge across systems and ensuring Health & Safety compliance. Contributes to financial performance through labour control, stock management, cost of goods, and driving revenue on the floor.

What we Offer:

• Unique opportunity to play an influential role in the creation and growth of a new wine bar concept.
• 46-48 hour work week.
• Mentorship under a highly experienced leadership team.
• Ongoing training and educational opportunities for both product and management.
• Awards programs and annual prize opportunities.
• Friendly and motivating team environment.
• Inclusive and diverse workforce.
• Team socials.
• 28 days holiday per year.
• Meals, softs, coffees, and teas while on shift.
• Up to 50% discounts at all group venues.