Assistant General Manager

COREcruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Japanese restaurant in Mayfair seeks an Assistant General Manager to oversee day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate brings extensive management experience in fine-dining, is a strong communicator, and thrives in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include leading the front-of-house team, maintaining high standards in service and food quality, and managing operational challenges. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Solid management experience in premium or fine-dining operations.
• Thrives in fast-paced, guest-led service environments.
• Confident with numbers and commercial decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full FOH operation and act as GM when needed.
• Set high standards across food quality and guest experience.
• Coach the team and support managers with performance.

Skills

People leadership

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Commercial decision-making

Conflict resolution

Job description

Assistant General Manager – Premium Japanese

Mayfair

Up to £70,000

A well-known, high-performing Japanese restaurant in Mayfair is looking for an Assistant General Manager who can keep standards sharp and the operation running smoothly day-to-day. You’ll be the person the team trusts on the floor, the one who stays calm when the pressure hits, and the one who can confidently take full ownership when the GM is off site.

It’s a 120-cover, premium environment with a long-standing team. They want someone who brings fresh eyes, strong people leadership, and a genuine commitment to great service.

The role

• Leading the full FOH operation and acting as GM when required.
• Setting the pace on the floor and making sure the team knows exactly what “good” looks like.
• Keeping standards consistently high across food quality, safety, cleanliness and guest experience.
• Handling guest issues quickly, confidently and with the right level of judgement.
• Reviewing daily operations, spotting what isn’t working, and putting clear solutions in place.
• Coaching the team and supporting floor managers with performance and development.
• Understanding P&L, budgeting, costs, forecasting and stock control.
• Supporting reservations, events and wider operational needs.
• Owning GM-led projects and delivering them on time.

What they’re looking for

• Solid management experience in premium, elevated or fine-dining operations.
• Someone who thrives in fast-paced, guest-led service.
• A strong communicator who can motivate and guide an established team.
• Confident with numbers, costs and commercial decision-making.
• Organised, proactive and steady under pressure.
• Comfortable balancing service shifts with office-based admin.

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