Assistant General Manager

Canteen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food and drink

Tips weekly via digital tip jar

Benefits platform with discounts

Health and wellbeing support

Overnight stay anniversary benefit

Wage stream access

Employee referral scheme

Staff meals on shift

Career progression and training

Job summary

The Canteen on Portobello Road is seeking an ambitious Assistant General Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, develop a high‑performing team and ensure guest satisfaction. You will partner with the General Manager to uphold quality, hospitality and safety standards in a fast‑paced, high‑volume Italian setting.

Ideal candidates will have AGM or restaurant leadership experience, a background in fine dining, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as AGM, Restaurant Manager or similar.
• Experience in fine dining or high end restaurants preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions under pressure.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring seamless service and efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, hospitality, and health and safety compliance.
• Control budgets, manage costs, and pursue revenue targets.
• Act as a visible leader, building relationships with guests and managing feedback.
• Collaborate with management to implement ideas that enhance guest experience and drive growth.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Customer service

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Job description

We’re seeking an exceptional Assistant General Manager to join our team at The Canteen, to lead the team & elevate the guest experience in our Italian restaurant.

As Assistant General Manager, you’ll work side‑by‑side with the General Manager to oversee the daily operations of a vibrant, high‑volume restaurant on Portobello Road. You’ll be a natural leader, a confident communicator, and a hands‑on operator who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

What's in it for you as an Assistant General Manager:

• 50% off food and drink in our pubs for up to 4 people
• Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our restaurants, including our kitchen team. Access your tips weekly in your digital tip jar.
• Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars and restaurants + More
• 24/7 Health and wellbeing support, Access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
• Celebrate your 1‑year anniversary with an overnight stay in the Cotswolds, On us!
• Access to Wage stream, A financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
• Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
• Delicious staff meals on shift.
• Career progression opportunities, ongoing training to develop yourself personally and professionally.

What you'll be doing as an Assistant General Manager:

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring seamless service and efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, hospitality, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Control budgets, manage costs, and work towards meeting revenue targets.
• Act as a visible leader, building relationships with guests and handling feedback professionally.
• Work closely with the management team to implement new ideas that enhance the guest experience and drive business growth.

About you, our new Assistant General Manager:

• Proven experience as an AGM, Restaurant Manager or similar
• Ideally you will have previous experience in fine dining or high end restaurants
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, manage and develop a diverse team.
• Positive and friendly attitude, with a willingness to work collaboratively with the team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and make decisions under pressure.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating a positive experience for guests.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

About us:

Public House Group is a collection of pubs and restaurants across London and the Cotswolds. Our journey began with The Pelican, setting the tone for everything that followed.

Each of our venues champions the very best of the UK, from responsibly sourced meats and seasonal vegetables to a carefully curated selection of wines and spirits.

At the heart of what we do is a commitment to craftsmanship, provenance and authenticity. We work closely with farmers, growers and suppliers who share our values, ensuring that every dish and every drink reflects quality, integrity and care.

As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same. to create spaces that feel both timeless and contemporary, where guests experience honest food, thoughtful service and a genuine connection to British produce.

If you're passionate about providing excellent service, great leadership and creating memorable experience for guests, we'd love to have you join the team at The Canteen! Apply now and we'll take it from there