Assistant General Manager - New Opening Restaurant & Bar

COREcruitment; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic hospitality concept in Central London is seeking an Assistant General Manager for a new restaurant & bar. You will ensure smooth operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences. Ideal candidates have strong management backgrounds and a commitment to compliance. This role offers a salary of £50,000 – £55,000.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading teams within fast-paced restaurants or bars.
• Outstanding people management skills to motivate and develop teams.
• Holds a Personal Licence and manages health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the General Manager for smooth day-to-day operations.
• Act as a key contact ensuring exceptional guest experiences.
• Collaborate with on-site teams for operational logistics.

Skills

Strong Management Background

People-First Mindset

Great with People

Compliance Knowledge

Practical Problem-Solver

Passionate About Development

Committed to Excellence

Job description

Assistant General Manager – New Opening Restaurant & Bar

Central London
£50,000 – £55,000

About the Company

Imagine a dynamic, multi-layered hospitality concept featuring several restaurants and bars, all under one roof. This is an exciting new opening in the heart of London, offering the opportunity to be part of something fresh, fast‑paced and full of energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Support & Leadership: Work closely with the General Manager to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations across the site.
• Guest Experience: Act as a key point of contact for the floor team and partners, ensuring exceptional service and memorable experiences for every guest.
• Clear Communication: Help foster strong, clear communication across all teams, ensuring alignment and consistency.
• Venue Logistics: Collaborate with on‑site teams to manage operational logistics and maintain full compliance with health and safety standards.

Who will you be?

• Strong Management Background: Significant experience leading teams within fast‑paced restaurants, bars or food‑hall environments.
• People-First Mindset: Outstanding people management skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and lead high‑performing teams.
• Great with People: Confident, engaging and able to build lasting relationships with guests, partners and colleagues.
• Compliance Knowledge: Holds a Personal Licence and is confident managing health and safety, food hygiene and wider operational compliance.
• Practical Problem-Solver: Flexible, resourceful and proactive, with the ability to think on their feet.
• Passionate About Development: Supports the wider management team in delivering learning and development initiatives.
• Committed to Excellence: Brings high standards, attention to detail and a drive to go the extra mile.

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