Assistant General Manager (AGM)

Bart & Taylor; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium restaurant group in London seeks an experienced Assistant Manager to aid in daily operations, manage a team, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in a premium establishment and possess strong leadership qualities. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of up to £16, along with various benefits including free meals and training opportunities.

Benefits

Up to £16ph including service charge

Free meals when at work

Discounted food and drinks

28 days' holiday

Training from industry experts

Pathway to progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a premium restaurant or bar.
• Strong leadership skills to lead the team effectively.
• Ability to handle day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager in daily operations.
• Accountability for personal KPIs and tasks.
• Recruit and train staff to maintain a high-performance team.
• Maximise profitability while upholding standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Job description

Overview

Bart & Taylor are a collection of award-winning, premium boutique bars and restaurants, spanning from London to the north of England, each with their own unique concept and style. Fern, Croydon is a premium all-day sharing plates concept, opening for lunch and dinner 7 days a week, with Saturday Brunch and Sunday Roast. Fern is located next to East Croydon train, bus and tram stations, making it ideal for commuters from surrounding areas. We are seeking hands-on Assistant Managers to join our team and help deliver an outstanding guest experience, manage a profitable business, and lead a happy, effective, and well-trained team.

The successful candidate will have reasonable relevant experience of helping manage a premium restaurant or bar and will possess the personality traits and skills needed to lead from the front and be involved in day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Aid the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the business and be an integral part of the senior leadership team.
• Take accountability for aspects of the business with personal KPIs and delegated tasks.
• Recruit, train and retain your team.
• Deliver an exceptional and consistent guest experience.
• Have input on menus, suppliers, events, and new ways of working.
• Maximise profitability at every level of the business whilst maintaining high standards.
• Ensure full adherence to all food safety, fire, licensing, and H&S procedures.
• Implement company processes and systems.

Benefits

• Up to £16ph inc Service Charge.
• Free meals when you’re at work.
• Discounted food and drinks in our restaurants for you and your loved ones.
• 28 days’ holiday.
• Internal and external training from industry experts.
• Site and company events.
• Regular incentives and rewards.
• A realistic pathway to progression in an expanding company.

Experience and Requirements

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Full-time
• Schedule: 40-50 hours per week on a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Salary: £14 – £16 hourly
• Benefits: Inc Circa £2ph worked in Service Charge

About Bart & Taylor:

Bart & Taylor Co. are a collection of award-winning, premium boutique bars and restaurants spanning from London to the North of England, each with its own unique concept and style.